Analysis of propulsion units dedicated to test stands for aviation systems
| 1 | Department of Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Aviation Propulsion Systems, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Lublin University of Technology, Poland |
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR
Ksenia Siadkowska
Department of Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Aviation Propulsion Systems, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Lublin University of Technology, Nadbystrzycka 38d, 20-618, Lublin, Poland
Department of Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Aviation Propulsion Systems, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Lublin University of Technology, Nadbystrzycka 38d, 20-618, Lublin, Poland
Submission date: 2021-03-31
Final revision date: 2021-06-25
Acceptance date: 2021-06-26
Online publication date: 2021-06-29
Publication date: 2021-07-01
Combustion Engines 2021,185(2), 39–43
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ABSTRACT
This paper presents an analysis of selected propulsion units dedicated to test stands for unmanned aircraft systems. It focuses on engines suitable for aircraft with a maximum take-off mass up to 150 kg. The study includes an analysis of propulsion units that can be used to power systems on stationary test stands dedicated to advanced research and measurement of prototype aerospace technologies intended for use in rotorcraft. The analysis of propulsion units shows that electric units are a better choice for powering UAV rotorcraft test stands. Their main advantages include the possibility to simplify the construction of the device by eliminating gears and to mount the motor in a vertical position, simpler power supply, cooling and control systems and the lack of an exhaust system. Additional advantages are undoubtedly lower vibration generation, cheaper and easier operation as well as better comfort.
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