Boat control panel Airy

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At Foilchemy, we believe that the sector needs control electronics and autopilot designed exclusively for hydrofoil boats. Electronics that do not depend on the demand of other sectors and that cover the safety singularities involved in navigating with hydrofoils. At Foilchemy, we are creating Airy, electronics based on our previous experience in the aeronautical sector, our experience with electronics we have embarked on hydrofoil boats, and our frequent consultations with certifying authorities. Just like in the aeronautical world, the faster and more efficient a hydrofoil boat design is, the more unstable it becomes. Today, an efficient hydrofoil boat needs real-time control that allows maintaining heave, pitch, and roll within specified limits. Control is fundamental for efficiency, comfort, and safety. A flight control consists of two algorithms, a position and wave estimator, and a control. The estimator allows knowing the situation of the boat concerning the sea surface in addition to the wave spectrum; that is, what wave is coming two or three lengths ahead of the boat. The control commands the hydrofoils at what angles of attack they should be positioned to keep the boat in the required position according to the wave being navigated. Foilchemy's control electronics are designed not only to run our control algorithm. The electronics adapt to a multitude of use cases, even autonomous boats. Other control algorithms can be installed without Foilchemy having to intervene. Therefore, the electronics will be sold with or without Foilchemy's control software. Since its foundation, most of Foilchemy's R&D projects have focused on improving flight control and wave prediction. This has led us to patent our own flight control system based on pressure sensors. At Foilchemy, we believe that the best way to navigate both in platforming and contouring is through the fusion of pressure sensors, speed, ultrasound, and IMU. We use our own filters and algorithms to merge this information and estimate the wave and position of the boat with greater precision. - Control electronics designed for hydrofoil boats - Real-time control for maintaining stability - Adaptable to various use cases, including autonomous boats - Patented flight control system based on pressure sensors - Fusion of pressure sensors, speed, ultrasound, and IMU for precise navigation