CHANGE HAS CERTAINLY ARRIVED when it comes to the way we fly and further changes are already on high demand, in dire need and hence unavoidable. The aerospace industry has always remained under the radar to come up with new innovations. In addition to that, the drastic climate alterations being witnessed in the environment have put technological innovations that are also sustainable at the forefront of the industry.
Continuous attempts are about to come up with such creations, and one of the most significant innovations is being tried with jet engines while working on electric and hybrid propulsion. With better materials, more proficient shapes, improved coatings, etc. the engines are also being pursued to be lighter and stronger. Lighter engines further ensure that the aircraft structure can also be lighter since there is less weight to carry. Many big names in the industry are working on such electric and hybrid propulsion systems for aircraft, a few of which are already out in action. Some of these include:
ROLLS-ROYCE
Aspiring to set new benchmarks in efficiency, environmental performance and precision engineering, British multinational engineering company, Rolls-Royce is transforming flight. With its latest generation of engine, the Ultrafan, Rolls-Royce is aiming to take things a farther way. Enhanced with further technologies after Advance2 and Advance3, and innovative high-temperature materials, UltraFan features a new geared architecture (power gearbox introduced between the fan and intermediate pressure compressor) to ensure that the fan, compressors and turbines all continue to run at their optimum speed. This gearbox would also allow a much bigger fan, resulting in a more efficient engine.
この記事は SP’s Aviation の February 2020 版に掲載されています。
7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、8,500 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。
すでに購読者です ? サインイン
この記事は SP’s Aviation の February 2020 版に掲載されています。
7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、8,500 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。
すでに購読者です? サインイン
SUSTAINABILITY-A BIG MILESTONE
A steely-eyed focus on sustainability is fundamentally altering the way the airline industry operates. But the pace of progress in both SAF and engine enhancement must be greatly accelerated to make net zero a reality
A GROWING & EXPANDING SECTOR
While the space sector is on an upward trajectory with the Indian Space Policy, FDI liberalisation and the recent authorisation guidelines, the success of these initiatives hinges on a clear legal and regulatory framework to support the industry.
AUGMENTING THE HELICOPTER FLEET
From Ukraine's frontlines to India's skies, a journey through Helicopter warfare and future strategies
C-390 MILLENNIUM EXPANDING FOOTPRINTS
This versatile and cost-effective medium-sized Military Transport Aircraft is making inroads into new markets across borders
CYBER LAWS AND REGULATIONS IN INDIA-MILITARY CHALLENGES
The recent attacks on Indian institutions, including the military establishment, call for comprehensive cyber policies which back the many dimensions of national security. In a new scathing report on coordinated cyberattacks on India, researchers have uncovered a new espionage campaign targeting Indian government agencies. What is needed?
THE FUTURE OF AERIAL COMBAT
The battle skies of tomorrow will be shaped and decided by pioneering technologies in aerial warfare
PAKISTAN ORBITING BACK INTO SPACE EXPLORATION
In a first, Pakistan's satellite, iCUBE-Q, was launched on May 3, 2024 to orbit the moon as part of China's Chang'e-6 lunar mission
IAI LAUNCHES AEROSPACE SERVICES INDIA
Israel Aerospace Industries IAI) reiterates its 3-decades’ long commitment with the launch of AeroSpace Services India ASI) in New Delhi
REDEFINING COMFORT IN BUSINESS JETS
Leading Bizjet manufacturers are transforming business travel with the use of cutting-edge technologies to deliver the ultimate travel experience Top of Form
AÉROSPATIALE/BAC CONCORDE: RACING THE SUN
Concorde was the only commercial plane that could race the sun. If it departed London at 10 am local time, it reached New York before 10 am local time.