Sovelmash Unveils Heavy Quadcopter with Induction Motors at Army-2024

At the Army-2024 exhibition in Kubinka, Moscow Region, from August 12 to 18, Russian engineering firm Sovelmash will present the "Moth," the heavy quadcopter powered by asynchronous induction motors.

This drone, designed for cargo transport, features four propeller engines, each driven by a 60 kW induction motor utilizing patented Slavyanka technology.

Weighing approximately 24 kg, the Moth stands out for its use of Slavyanka’s combined winding technology, which integrates both "triangle" and "star" windings within a single motor. This design enhances starting torque, energy efficiency, and reduces noise and vibrations. Sovelmash aims to transition to entirely domestic components for future models, although the initial version uses foreign control controllers and batteries.

Manufactured at Sovelmash’s facility in the Alabushevo industrial zone, the Moth represents a significant advancement in drone technology.

Slavyanka technology, developed by engineer Dmitry Duyunov, has been applied across various industries, including electric transport and power tools, and is now making a mark in the UAV field with the Moth.