Article
Journal of the KSAS 2025; 53(1): 63-76.
Improved Turboelectric System Modeling for Conceptual Design of Vertical Take Off and Landing Aircraft
수직이착륙기 개념설계를 위한 개선된 터보일렉트릭 시스템 모델링
J. H. Cho*, D. U. Lee**, J. H. Park*, T. M. Jeong* and K. J. Yee*
조재현*, 이동욱**, 박준휘*, 정태민*, 이관중*
Seoul National University*, Hanseo University**
서울대학교*, 한서대학교**
Abstract
This study developed generator and rectifier analysis modules to enable sizing for various power outputs, while considering the electrical characteristics and control strategies of the systems. The developed modules were applied to the vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) conceptual design tool, RISPECT+, to perform sizing for the turboelectric propulsion system aircraft. Through this process, it was confirmed that modules effectively account for variations in the efficiency of generators and rectifiers based on mission segments and flight environments. Furthermore, by optimizing the DC-Link voltage between the power generation and propulsion systems, the appropriate DC-Link voltage that minimizes overall electrical losses and maximizes payload was determined. Finally, a comparison of the rotational speeds of the generator and the turboshaft engine was conducted to propose an optimal gear ratio between the two components. This research is expected to contribute to enhancing the reliability of the conceptual design and performance analysis of turboelectric propulsion systems aircraft.
Keywords
Advanced Air Mobility, Hybrid Electric Propulsion System, Turboelectric propulsion system, Conceptual Design, Generator analysis, Rectifier analysis