Elevating the Future of Advanced Air Mobility

Aircraft electrification powers the next era of mobility by transforming aviation through innovative technology and sustainable flight.

The Digital Revolution in Advanced Air Mobility

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Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturers are actively seeking a solution to create engaging 3D content in a simple and accessible way, enabling them to visualize their complex products effectively. This capability is essential, as promoting the concept to customers plays a crucial role in ensuring that the design aligns with market expectations..

eVTOL Mobility Market

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Advanced Air Mobility by 2040

McKinsey's report "Urban Air Mobility: A New Frontier in Aviation" estimates that urban air mobility could reach $500 billion by 2040.

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Fuel Investment

The Vertical Flight Society gains new entrants weekly; OEMs draw major investments from the auto, aerospace, and tech ecosystems.

Advanced Air Mobility Challenges

Urban environments present just one of the significant challenges for air mobility, including limited airspace, safety concerns and the need for efficient integration with existing infrastructure.

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Other challenges include:

Design (Technology Maturity and Reliability) 
​​​​​​​eVTOLs are complex designs that require energy efficiency for optimal range and payload, improved safety and reduced noise. The key challenge lies in achieving precision in these multifaceted designs from the outset.

Certification
The certification of new electric propulsion systems requires more extensive testing than traditional aviation standards to ensure safety and reliability.

Infrastructure Development
Airports need significant upgrades to their power grid infrastructures to accommodate the rapid charging demands of multiple electric aircraft simultaneously.

Public Acceptance and Safety Perception
Operation in densely populated areas leaves very little room for emergency maneuvers. In case of failure, both passengers onboard and those on the ground are in danger. Tall buildings and structures cause unusual wind conditions and turbulence, which may risk passenger safety. As urban air space continues to be heavily contested, safety becomes paramount.

​​​​​​​Business Model and Scalability
The scalability of electric aircraft manufacturing is hindered by the scarce availability of specialized electrical components and materials.

What you see is what you get:

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Businesses are looking for solutions to address changing digital business models in an evolving media landscape

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Correct visualization of the product across the entire user journey is of paramount importance.

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Accurate product information and images win the trust of the customer and investor. What you experience is what you get – at every step.

3DEXPERIENCE Platform Value

Breaking down silos and fostering seamless data-sharing help expedite processes from concept to certification. Leveraging collective knowledge and expertise enables companies to innovate advanced, complex and safe concepts efficiently and sustainably.

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Energy efficiency and range
Electric aircraft contribute to sustainability goals by emitting zero direct emissions during operation.

Safety redundancy
Electric propulsion systems enhance flight safety by providing immediate thrust and more accurate power management during critical flight phases.

Weight optimization
With fewer mechanical components, electric motors exhibit reduced mechanical failures, enhancing overall reliability.

Noise reduction
Electric motors function significantly quieter than conventional jet engines, offering more adaptable flight routes over populated areas.

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New electric motor configurations facilitate the development of aircraft with vertical take-off capabilities suitable for urban air mobility

Boost speed, improve quality

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Leveraging existing engineering data for product commercialization reduces the need for physical prototypes.

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Create interactive 3D product experiences that showcase the functionality of your product in every detail with an engaging user experience.

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Deliver personalized digital marketing content that allows customers to configure the product (exterior paint color, materials and functionalities) quickly.

Virtual Twins for Design & Engagement

Virtual Twins: The All-Access Pass to Immersive Experiences
The 3DEXPERIENCE® platform caters to the needs of eVTOL and AAM start-ups and scale-ups, focusing on the critical goal of being the First to Prototype for securing funding and long-term success. Efficient design processes, from inception to validation, are key for these companies.

The platform employs a science-based approach to streamline tools and workflows, boosting efficiency, accelerating design and ensuring precise product visualization. Virtual twins play a vital role in immersive experiences as the source of high-fidelity 3D content for demonstration, customization and training, fostering strong connections with customers and investors.

You’ve watched the movie, now experience it for yourself. A virtual twin allows prospective customers to fully personalize their eVTOL in real time. When the aircraft is delivered, they’ll be delighted to see that the real product matches their virtual customizations exactly. Every standards-based detail is derived from the Virtual Twin, fostering trust and collaboration between the brand and customer.

Marketing, Engagement & Immersion

Download the e-book for a quick, go-to guide on the incredible benefits of digital continuity with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Dassault Systèmes offers an all-in-one platform that covers every part of product development—design, engineering and marketing.

​​​​​​Each step brings you closer to launching new aircraft, without the headache of disconnected workflows or overly specialized tools. The platform keeps your design data intact, making updates automatic across all marketing and sales content. It’s seamless, game-changing and the perfect way to keep your brand on the fast track to success.

FAQ: Advanced Air Mobility and Electrification

What is advanced air mobility?

Advanced air mobility (AAM) is an air transportation system that integrates new, highly automated aircraft into existing airspace to move people and cargo between places previously underserved by traditional aviation. It encompasses electric and hybrid aircraft operations in urban, suburban and rural environments, using innovative technologies like vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities and electric propulsion systems for more sustainable and efficient air travel.

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