Project Title: Design of eVTOL Rotor Blade
Project Summary: Boeing is pioneering the development of Electrical Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft to revolutionize urban air mobility, but current rotor blade designs face challenges such as high costs at scale and manufacturing complexity. This project’s goal was to design a cost-effective, scalable, and aerodynamically efficient rotor blade for Boeing’s new eVTOL aircraft. By leveraging advanced modeling, material innovation, and dynamic analysis, the team aimed to create a blade that met strict performance, safety, and FAA standards while reducing production costs. In addition to the technical objectives, this work included gaining insight into the evolving eVTOL industry, exploring the design space, and conducting trade studies. The process highlights the iterative nature of engineering, requiring the integration of physical testing results with virtual and digital design tools. This work supports Boeing’s goal of leading the emerging eVTOL market, paving the way for sustainable and accessible urban air transportation.
