Battery Pack Thermal Modeling for Electric Aircraft: A Case Study

To reduce greenhouse gas emissions in aviation, innovative propulsion systems such as battery-powered electric aviation are essential. These systems are carbon neutral when powered by 100% green electricity. However, widespread adoption requires overcoming challenges including improving energy density, lowering costs, and maintaining safe...

Analysis of the contribution of a BESS enabling electric aviation at Bonaire

Currently, the entire aviation sector accounts for 2.5% of global emissions. To commit to the Paris Agreement by 2050, new emerging technology is necessary. Electric aircraft emerged as one of the promising solutions to decarbonize the aviation sector. However, the introduction of electric aviation (EA) causes a shift from kerosene to...

Optimizing the charging infrastructure design of a regional airport in support to electric aviation demands

Climate change poses a significant global challenge and the aviation industry, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, must address its environmental impact. As the demand for air travel continues to rise, transitioning to sustainable forms of aviation becomes crucial. This paper focuses on the challenges and opportunities associated...

Optimizing the battery charging and swapping infrastructure for electric short-haul aircraft—The case of electric flight in Norway

Recent advances in battery technology have opened the possibility for short-haul electric flight. This is particularly attractive for commuter airlines that operate in remote regions such as archipelagos or Nordic fjords where the geography impedes other means of transportation. In this paper we address the question of how to optimize the...