Logos Technologies LLC — Department of Defense SBIR Phase I: SB133-004

Description

Logos Technologies proposes to modify its series hybrid-electric powertrain used in its acoustically-suppressed, powered parafoil, the DARPA ParaHawk, and integrate it into the existing off-road, electric motorcycle by BRD. By modifying and combining systems, Logos will significantly reduce risk and development time, demonstrating the hybrid powertrain in Phase I and then quickly integrating it into the BRD existing chassis for full motorcycle tests quickly in Phase II. The team will be able to rapidly commercialize the developed system through BRD?s target markets. Logos Technologies believes that its proposed approach not only meets, but exceeds the government?s requirements. Unlike parallel hybrid solutions, a series hybrid can easily be adapted to provide power to both wheels, a ?silent-mode?, and direct integration into other systems with complex layouts ? all known DARPA goals. Additionally, the demonstrated Logos hybrid system has a well-proven, multi-fuel engine quieted to well below the requirement, all the necessary power electronics and software for batteries and engine power sharing, and the ability to provide power to auxiliary systems. These capabilities will be improved through integrating technologies BRD has developed specifically for electric motorcycles, including a very energy dense battery, high power dense motors, and a motorcycle data system.