JetX and neurobotx complete upload of Vector on Metapilot VR
Rotor-less AAM vehicle manufacturer JetX has teamed up with Boeing-backed gaming platform Metapilot to bring the Vector air taxi to the virtual world, set to take the gaming experience to new heights.
The Vector can reach higher speeds compared to conventional air taxis, with its propulsion system making it one of the fastest vehicles in the world. This Patent pending propulsion consists of taking a thrust source like electric ducted fans and fluidic thrusters fed by electric driven air compressors or other electric thrust source, and integrating it with vector thrust mechanisms to redirect the accelerated airflow and resulting thrust into specific directions.
JETX CEO Bryan Welcel said: “We are thrilled to see our technology integrated into such a dynamic and immersive gaming platform, and we are confident that the Vector will provide an unforgettable experience to Metapilot users. Importantly, the neurobotx team is able to generate data that is relevant to regulatory bodies like NASA, Boeing and the FAA to help speed up the JetX to go to market.”
By bringing the Vector air taxi to the virtual world, the integration of the Vector into Metapilot is expected to attract a new generation of gamers who are looking for innovative and exciting experiences.
Neurobotx CEO Dr Diana Deca added: “What we like the most about Vector is the fact that it doesn’t use rotors, but jet streams, so flying it on Metapilot is the closest you’ll get to flying an actual rocket.
“Apart from the obvious sound level improvement, which is a big issue for regulators, the Vector is one of the first air taxis that is adaptable to travelling on other planets in more harsh weather conditions. This is why we chose JETX as one of the first air taxis that can be flown on the new Metapilot VR.”
In October 2022, LuftCar signed a partnership agreement with Neurobotx to launch its docking and undocking eVTOL for commercial, military and healthcare applications out of Orlando, Florida, having recently signed with BOSCH to develop hydrogen fuel cell components for the EVOTL market.