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Development and research of a hybrid power unit for ultralight aircraft: an innovative approach to energy efficiency and operational flexibility
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Faculty of Engineering, University of Technology and Economics H. Chodkowska in Warsaw, Poland
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Faculty of Mechatronics, Armament and Aerospace, Military University of Technology,, Poland
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R&D, ŚWIĄTEK Sp. z o.o., Poland
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Faculty of Mechatronics, Armament and Aerospace,, Military University of Technology,, Poland
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Department of Electronics and Information Technology, Lublin University of Technology, Poland
Submission date: 2023-06-06
Final revision date: 2023-08-30
Acceptance date: 2023-11-01
Online publication date: 2023-12-09
Publication date: 2024-05-18
Corresponding author
Piotr Wróblewski
Faculty of Engineering, University of Technology and Economics H. Chodkowska in Warsaw, Poland
Faculty of Engineering, University of Technology and Economics H. Chodkowska in Warsaw, Poland
Combustion Engines 2024,197(2), 83-96
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This scientific article presents an innovative concept of a hybrid power unit designed for ultralight aircraft, with the aim of improving energy efficiency and operational flexibility. As part of the development of the system, the construction of the combustion unit and the electric motor / generator, which are the key elements of this solution, was described. The advanced internal combustion engine controller and the bi-directional energy conversion converter have been developed and built to enable optimal cooperation of both energy sources. In order to carry out experimental research on the developed system, a special test stand was built on which a prototype drive unit was mounted. The results of the research include preliminary performance characteristics of the prototype drive unit and an analysis of the achievements that indicate the potential benefits of using such a hybrid drive unit. The article also summarizes the conclusions and recommendations for further work on improving this innovative solution.
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