Energy management-based design of a Wankel hybrid-electric UAV

What is it about?

The goal of this investigation is the optimization of design and energy management in a parallel hybrid-electric powertrain to replace the conventional engine of an existing tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) equipped with a Wankel engine with a pre-defined flight mission. This study demonstrates that environmental advantages, even if limited, can be already obtained from optimal design and management of the hybrid power system with today technologies, while waiting for further benefits from the introduction of advanced technologies for batteries and electric machines.

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