A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraft

To address the environmental challenges in aviation, this research presents a novel mathematical model for simulating hybrid-electric powerplants in regional propeller-driven aircraft from the early design stages. The model integrates conventional thermal engines with battery and fuel cell systems,...

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Main Authors: Giuseppe Grazioso, Mario Di Stasio, Fabrizio Nicolosi, Salvatore Trepiccione
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Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-04-01
Series:Energy Conversion and Management: X
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174525000893
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Mario Di Stasio
Fabrizio Nicolosi
Salvatore Trepiccione
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description To address the environmental challenges in aviation, this research presents a novel mathematical model for simulating hybrid-electric powerplants in regional propeller-driven aircraft from the early design stages. The model integrates conventional thermal engines with battery and fuel cell systems, supporting up to two independent propulsion lines. Using a throttle-based approach, a linear mathematical formulation estimates power distribution within the architecture. A powerplant management algorithm enhances adaptability to varying power demands while ensuring a physically consistent solution. This approach enables rapid performance evaluation, allowing designers to optimize configurations from the earliest design stages. Case studies validate the model’s effectiveness in meeting diverse power requirements while maintaining a consistent solution. Ultimately, this study provides innovative analytical method for early-stage exploration and optimization of complex propulsion systems, contributing to a more sustainable aviation sector.
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spelling doaj-art-3aee758850224ff395127a9033ea2efc2025-08-20T02:31:57ZengElsevierEnergy Conversion and Management: X2590-17452025-04-012610095710.1016/j.ecmx.2025.100957A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraftGiuseppe Grazioso0Mario Di Stasio1Fabrizio Nicolosi2Salvatore Trepiccione3Corresponding author.; University of Naples Federico II, Department of Industrial Engineering, Via Claudio, 21, Naples, 80125, NA, ItalyUniversity of Naples Federico II, Department of Industrial Engineering, Via Claudio, 21, Naples, 80125, NA, ItalyUniversity of Naples Federico II, Department of Industrial Engineering, Via Claudio, 21, Naples, 80125, NA, ItalyUniversity of Naples Federico II, Department of Industrial Engineering, Via Claudio, 21, Naples, 80125, NA, ItalyTo address the environmental challenges in aviation, this research presents a novel mathematical model for simulating hybrid-electric powerplants in regional propeller-driven aircraft from the early design stages. The model integrates conventional thermal engines with battery and fuel cell systems, supporting up to two independent propulsion lines. Using a throttle-based approach, a linear mathematical formulation estimates power distribution within the architecture. A powerplant management algorithm enhances adaptability to varying power demands while ensuring a physically consistent solution. This approach enables rapid performance evaluation, allowing designers to optimize configurations from the earliest design stages. Case studies validate the model’s effectiveness in meeting diverse power requirements while maintaining a consistent solution. Ultimately, this study provides innovative analytical method for early-stage exploration and optimization of complex propulsion systems, contributing to a more sustainable aviation sector.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174525000893AeronauticsHybrid-electric powerplantPowerplant modelingPower management
spellingShingle Giuseppe Grazioso
Mario Di Stasio
Fabrizio Nicolosi
Salvatore Trepiccione
A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraft
Energy Conversion and Management: X
Aeronautics
Hybrid-electric powerplant
Powerplant modeling
Power management
title A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraft
title_full A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraft
title_fullStr A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraft
title_full_unstemmed A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraft
title_short A mathematical model for hybrid-electric propulsion system for regional propeller-driven aircraft
title_sort mathematical model for hybrid electric propulsion system for regional propeller driven aircraft
topic Aeronautics
Hybrid-electric powerplant
Powerplant modeling
Power management
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174525000893
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