2002 · 94 citations · 0 references
EngineeringAerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringAircraft DesignAvionicsPropulsionAircraft Electrical SystemsElectric MotorsElectric PowertrainsElectric PropulsionEngine DesignEngine SystemsAircraft Electric Propulsion SystemsAircraft Power ConversionAircraft Power GenerationElectric Aircraft ConfigurationOverview
This paper discusses the reasons for industry interest in More Electric Aircraft and More Electric Engines, describes the basic technologies that could be incorporated into a More Electric Engine and compares and contrasts a More Electric Engine with today's style of aircraft engine. Some ideas on how a More Electric Aircraft could be configured to make best use of the capabilities of such an engine are introduced.