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What is hybrid-electric propulsion?

Hybrid-electric propulsion is used for situations where the aircraft receives the energy required for the electric motor from more than one different energy source. Since electric aircraft do not use fossil fuels as an energy source, operational costs related to fuels and maintenance are significantly reduced.

What is a distributed hybrid electric propulsion aircraft power generation system?

The distributed hybrid electric propulsion aircraft power generation system is usually a generator driven by a gas turbine, which is the main energy source for the normal operation. Aircraft loads are mainly divided into DC loads and AC loads.

Can three-step power distribution solve the problem of severe DC bus voltage fluctuations?

To solve the problem of severe DC bus voltage fluctuations caused by frequent changes in the distributed electric propulsion aircraft load, and to further optimize the size and life of the hybrid energy storage system (HESS), this paper proposes a method based on three-step power distribution (TSPD).

How do hybrid electric propulsion aircraft power generation systems work?

To ensure the two-way flow of energy and facilitate energy management, both the battery and the super capacitor are connected to the DC bus through a DC-DC converter. The distributed hybrid electric propulsion aircraft power generation system is usually a generator driven by a gas turbine, which is the main energy source for the normal operation.

Why do aircraft use electrical energy storage systems?

In today’s aircraft, electrical energy storage systems, which are used only in certain situations, have become the main source of energy in aircraft where the propulsion system is also converted into electrical energy (Emadi & Ehsani, 2000).

Can hybrid energy management systems control and optimize electric propulsion systems?

This paper explores hybrid energy management systems using the battery and ultracapacitor to control and optimize the electric propulsion system. The battery type and ultracapacitor are ZEBRA and MAXWELL, respectively. The 3-, 4-and 5-blade propellers are considered to produce power and move rapidly.