Malaysian scientist working on eVTOL research for NASA's RAVEN project at Georgia Tech.
A Malaysian scientist, Dr. Raja Akif Raja Zahirudin, is contributing to NASA’s RAVEN-GT project through his research at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His work focuses on enhancing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, potentially revolutionizing urban transportation systems.
Dr. Raja Akif’s research, titled ‘Proprotor Hover Performance and Wing Download for the RAVEN eVTOL Aircraft,’ aims to optimize rotor performance and improve thrust during critical take-off and landing phases. The project, initiated in 2020, seeks to refine eVTOL designs for efficiency and practicality in urban environments, offering quicker, quieter, and more environmentally friendly short-distance air travel.
The RAVEN-GT project involves multiple researchers and collaborations, stemming from Dr. Raja Akif’s PhD studies at Pennsylvania State University. His involvement highlights the potential for international recognition of Malaysian scientists and engineers in cutting-edge aerospace research, showcasing the capabilities of scientists from emerging markets on a global scale.
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