Meridian Flight Systems has joined the Altair Aerospace Startup Acceleration Program (ASAP) to leverage Altair’s cutting-edge simulation, data analytics, and high-performance computing (HPC) software for its advanced aviation projects. This collaboration will aid in the development of Corra UAV, a heavy-lift unmanned aerial vehicle, and HERMES, the Hybrid Electric Range-Extending Microturbine Energy System.
Altair’s senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Pietro Cervellera, expressed enthusiasm about Meridian’s addition to the program, highlighting the potential breakthroughs in UAV technology. Meanwhile, Saïf-Deen Akanni, CEO & CTO of Meridian Flight Systems, emphasized the role of Altair’s software in accelerating HERMES’ development toward airworthiness certification and operational readiness.
Key benefits of the collaboration include:
✅ Comprehensive Software Access: Advanced aerodynamics, structural integrity, and thermal system simulations.
✅ Dedicated Technical Support: Expert guidance for optimizing design and performance.
✅ Collaborative Research: Co-authored research papers and industry presentations.
This partnership underscores a shared commitment to aerospace innovation, focusing on rigorous analysis, data-driven research, and certification-ready development.