eVTOL Design Propulsion System

Bachelor thesis (2021)

Authors

J.A. Klip Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
O.R. Twisk Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science

Contributors

G.R. Chandra Mouli Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (mentor)
J. Dong DC systems, Energy conversion & Storage - EEMCS (graduation committee member)
R.F. Remis Signal Processing Systems - EEMCS (graduation committee member)
D. Cavallo Tera-Hertz Sensing - EEMCS (graduation committee member)
Faculty
Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
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Published Date

28-06-2021

Language

English

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Faculty

Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science

Abstract

In this thesis, a closer look will be taken into the design of a propulsion system of an eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-off and Landing aircraft). The primary goal of the eVTOL is to maximize the payload for a given maximum take-off weight and the eVTOL has to go into service in 2030. To make an as light weight as possible propulsion system, an investigation will be done for the propeller length and the number of rotors, which is present on a given eVTOL design. In addition to this, different drive choices will be discussed and an optimal drive choice will be made. For this drive, a closer look will be taken in efficiency optimisation. From these parameters a design example will be given using the current state-of-the-art drive technology. In addition to this possible future drive, developments will be taken into account.