Hybrid-electric technology has transformed the automobile industry – now imagine what it could do for aviation! ✈️ By using electricity to supplement the use of traditional fuel, hybrid aircraft could cut carbon emissions by up to 5% in airplanes and 15% in helicopters. But to make this a reality, we need advanced, lightweight batteries designed specifically for the skies. The challenge is big, but so is the opportunity!⚡ #FutureAircraft Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eii3txUS
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If Airbus is keen on developing hybrid aircraft, why not explore the possibility of integrating a wind turbine-powered generators alongside the engines, similar to a Ram Air Turbine (RAT), to generate battery charge and reduce dependency on heavy batteries? Since wind is the most abundant energy source during flight, this could be a viable solution. Is the widely discussed 'CFM RISE' open-fan concept based on a similar approach?
Getting those right for flight is certainly a big hurdle, but it's still worth doing, no matter the reduction.
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But if you opt for flying on green hydrogen, then you can cut emissions by 100%. The technology is already here but need fine tuning for these applications.
Hybrid technology definitely feels like a logical next step for making aviation greener 💚