Aerofex, a developer of thrust vectoring technology for VTOL UAVs and aerial platforms, has introduced a new Thrust Vectoring Evaluation Kit designed to support applied research and product development across a range of sectors.
Tailored for researchers, universities, and original equipment manufacturers, the kit offers a streamlined platform for characterizing vectored thrust in diverse applications.
The kit enables single-axis vectoring of an unshrouded aircraft propeller and represents the most accessible implementation of Aerofex’s patented technology. It includes three core assemblies along with a comprehensive suite of integration materials, allowing users to rapidly begin testing thrust vectoring performance in flight-relevant conditions.
This release arrives at a pivotal moment in UAV innovation. With conventional drone architectures reaching a plateau in terms of performance and differentiation, the evaluation kit provides a vital step forward. It empowers manufacturers and developers to transcend existing design constraints and explore new paradigms in control and maneuverability.
Designed for flexibility, the Thrust Vectoring Evaluation Kit supports a broad spectrum of research and development initiatives. Applications range from high-precision industrial robotics to aerial logistics, construction, and agriculture. By facilitating dynamic control and increased efficiency, the technology opens the door to a new generation of unmanned systems with expanded mission capability.
Aerofex continues to lead in the development of vectored propulsion systems. Chief Technology Officer Mark De Roche will present the technical paper “Thrust Vector Control of Propeller Driven Craft” at the 2025 AIAA AVIATION Forum on July 23rd. The presentation will detail core advancements and the engineering principles behind the technology, reinforcing the company’s role at the forefront of next-generation flight control solutions.
The release of the evaluation kit also precedes the upcoming flight test campaign of Aerofex’s dual-propulsor testbed, a platform capable of supporting payloads between 200 and 600 pounds. This testbed incorporates a more advanced ducted version of the thrust vectoring system, enabling multi-axis control with enhanced aerodynamic performance.
Protected by a portfolio of seven issued and pending patents across the United States and internationally, Aerofex’s thrust vectoring technology is the product of years of focused innovation and engineering refinement.
The Thrust Vectoring Evaluation Kit is currently available to domestic researchers, academic institutions, and OEMs. International orders will be fulfilled starting in August 2025. Each kit includes access to integration engineering support and digital models, with users receiving continuous updates as new advancements are developed. A flight control toolset is also in progress and will be provided to existing customers upon release.
Aerofex’s mission is to push the boundaries of unmanned flight by delivering integrated propulsion and control solutions that overcome the limitations of legacy architectures. Through its proprietary thrust vectoring technology, the company enables aircraft to achieve superior control, stability, and efficiency across a wide range of mission profiles.
