The Advanced Mobility Propulsion Lab designs and implements quiet electric aircraft systems, aiming to slash noise pollution and emissions, with wide-ranging collaborations for a greener, quieter world.

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TEAM CAPABILITIES

Unmanned/Autonomous Vehicles

Design Thinking

Human-Centered Design

Data Modeling & Forecasting

Dan Cuppoletti

Dan Cuppoletti

Director

Advanced Mobility Propulsion Lab

About

Noise is not just an engineering problem; it’s a human problem. The Advanced Mobility Propulsion Lab aims to develop novel data, tools, designs, and solutions for ultra-quiet electric aircraft propulsion systems. The novel aircraft envisioned by Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) present unique aerodynamic and aeroacoustic challenges. Distributed electric propulsion (DEP) is introducing a new class of aircraft with up to 30 propulsors per aircraft. Existing acoustic prediction tools, noise models, acoustic metrics, and noise regulations are insufficient to ensure that AAM noise impact will be publicly acceptable in urban, suburban, and rural communities. We collaborate with leading electric aircraft companies, DoD partners, government agencies, and small businesses to develop comprehensive solutions that enhance community possibilities without increasing noise annoyance. 

 

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Alejandro Lozano Robledo

Alejandro Lozano Robledo

UC Transportation Design

 Future Mobility Design (FMD) Lab

Dr. Kelly Cohen

Dr. Kelly Cohen

UC Aerospace Engineering

UAV Master Lab

Dr. Mark Turner

Dr. Mark Turner

UC Aerospace Engineering

Gas Turbine Simulation Lab