Peregrine NOVA

A lightweight FADEC solution designed for modern turbine engines, enhancing performance and ensuring optimal efficiency and reliability across applications.

NOVA

The Peregrine NOVA is a cutting-edge FADEC (Full Authority Digital Engine Control) system designed specifically for microturbine engines. This advanced control system enhances the efficiency and performance of hybrid electric powerplants by providing precise guidance and real-time adjustments to engine parameters through proprietary control algorithms, and optimizing fuel consumption and power output for a multitude of systems via user tunable parameters. By integrating sophisticated algorithms and a plethora of robust sensors, the NOVA ensures seamless operation of the engine across a wide range of flight conditions (including restart), while also contributing to reduced emissions and improved reliability. Its streamlined architecture facilitates easy integration with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and other applications, making it a vital component in the evolution of high power density propulsion systems.

FAQs

  • Yes, the NOVA is specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate with a variety of widely used hardware types within the microturbine industry. Its architecture allows for the replacement of traditional FADEC units, offering enhanced control over engine operations while maintaining ease of use, which contributes to a more professional and refined product experience. Moreover, should the standard configuration not meet your unique requirements, the NOVA's hardware and software are fully modular. This flexibility enables Peregrine Aerospace to customize a solution tailored to your specific application needs without substantial R&D costs passed onto you.

  • The Peregrine NOVA is equipped with a state-of-the-art 32-bit microcontroller at its core, providing precise control over a wide array of peripheral components and sensors. An innovative iteration of the NOVA is currently in testing, featuring an integrated FPGA that enhances its capabilities through advanced real-time control algorithms.

    What truly distinguishes the NOVA is its comprehensive software suite. It supports various communication protocols, including CANBus, which facilitates a node-based network of FADECs, ensuring efficient data transmission to a central computer and enabling extensive onboard data logging. For users requiring flexibility, the microcontroller can be customized using our NOVA-SDK, allowing for tailored solutions that meet specific operational demands.

    Moreover, the NOVA is the only development FADEC available on the market today. Users are typically faced with the alternative of using the FADEC that comes standard with their engine, which restricts their options by locking them into a limited software suite. The NOVA empowers users with the ability to innovate and optimize their systems without compromise.

  • Just like the rest of Peregrine Aerospace’s lineup, the NOVA is designed with high customizability in mind, allowing it to be tailored to meet specific operational requirements. This flexibility significantly impacts pricing.

    For a standard development version of the NOVA, expect costs to start in the mid-hundreds. However, factors such as low-volume production in the United States, the inclusion of advanced features, and specialized customizations can increase the overall cost. Our dedicated team is committed to collaborating with you to explore solutions that fit within your budget while meeting your performance expectations.

  • The standard development version of the NOVA offers a comprehensive array of features, including:

    • Options for brushed, brushless, or hybrid architecture for starter motors and pumps

    • Multiple solenoid hookups

    • Compatibility with spark ignition or glow plug ignition systems

    • Support for various communication protocols, including CAN-Bus, I2C, USART, and USB

    • An onboard pressure transducer with a standard range of up to 150 PSI

    • An onboard thermocouple reader for temperature monitoring

    • Capability for external pressure transducer hookup via analog input

    • A wide range of GPIO pins for custom hardware integration

    If the standard development NOVA does not meet your specific needs, please reach out to us. We are committed to working with you to customize the NOVA for your unique application.