Meridian HERMES

Powering the Corra
The Meridian Hybrid Electric Range-Extending Microturbine Energy System (HERMES) drives the Corra’s powerful capabilities, integrating a micro gas turbine and custom generator for superior range, endurance, and reliability.
The system combines batteries for peak power with a turbine-powered generator, optimising energy density and efficiency.


Energy Density Advantage
By utilising Jet-A1, Diesel, or SAF, Corra leverages an energy density of between 45MJ/kg and 48MJ/kg, far surpassing battery-only UAVs.

Environmental Versatility
While currently designed for conventional fuels, the Hybrid Electric Range-Extending Microturbine Energy System (HERMES) is adaptable for a future hydrogen transition, supporting sustainability goals.

Why Hybrid Power?
The hybrid system enables longer missions and greater payloads without the weight penalties of purely electric systems, providing a lighter, more efficient solution ideal for extended missions in diverse environments.

Our Partners
Meridian collaborates with industry leaders like AeroTex UK, Altair Engineering, Barclays Eagle Labs, MathWorks and Zenotech, enhancing our capabilities in simulation, computational modelling, atmospheric analysis, and power system engineering.
Join us as we push the limits of UAV technology through strategic partnerships.





Industries We Serve
The Corra UAV is engineered to serve a wide range of industries, each benefiting from its hybrid power, operational flexibility, and superior performance.

Logistics
From long-range cargo transportation to delivering goods in hard-to-reach areas, the Corra excels in supporting logistics operations that require heavy-lift and all-weather reliability.

Defence
For military applications, Corra offers a reliable solution for intelligence gathering, reconnaissance, and combat support. Its ability to be highly manoeuvrable while carrying 350 kg of payload and operating in hostile airspace ensures mission success.

Government & Law Enforcement
Supporting disaster response, search & rescue, and law enforcement, the Corra’s long-range and autonomous operations make it the go-to platform for critical government missions.
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