Next generation aircraft concepts have subsystems that are increasingly inter-connected. This necessitates advanced design tools using gradient based optimization to properly account for strong subsystem coupling in these aircraft. Additionally, these design tools require accurate modeling capability to support the increased interest in electrified propulsion. Design studies for these aircraft must consider the trade-offs between electric propulsion and turbojet engines at all points in the flight envelope to determine the optimal balance between propulsion options. This paper describes the development of an electric propulsion subsystem model designed to work within Aviary - an open source aircraft design tool. We will demonstrate the electric propulsion model operating with Aviary by showing results from an optimized Transonic Truss-Braced Wing (TTBW) concept using assisted electric propulsion during climb. First, we present results with and without electrification to show the overall system impacts of hybrid electric propulsion during climb. We also present two distinct battery models compatible with this optimization framework, and compare results using both. Next, we ran the same problem using a slightly different cell type, and demonstrate a considerable change in the result. Finally, we vary the cell energy density of the batteries, and provide an illustrative trend for the system-level impact for improving cell technology.


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    Title :

    Multidisciplinary Optimization of a Transonic Truss Braced Wing Aircraft with Hybrid-Electric Propulsion


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    Publication date :

    2024


    Size :

    14 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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