New Applications of Plasma Propulsion Engines and Advanced Nanomaterials in Low-Altitude Aircraft: Theoretical Advances Civil Aviation University of China, Institute of Science and

Format:

Book

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Ma, Xin, author.

Contributor:

Ding, Shuiting

Liu, Jinshuo

Pan, Yilun

Qiao, Huizhe

Yang, Jincai

Conference Name:

SAE 2024 Intelligent Urban Air Mobility Symposium (2024-09-06 : Hangzhou, China)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource cm

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 2024

Summary:

This paper explores the groundbreaking applications of plasma propulsion engines and advanced nanomaterials in low-altitude aircraft, addressing the challenges and recent technological advancements that make such applications feasible. Traditional space plasma thrusters operate effectively in near-vacuum conditions by taking advantage of the ease of plasma ignition at low pressures. However, these thrusters face significant difficulties when operated at near-atmospheric pressures found in low-altitude environments, where plasma ignition is challenging. This paper highlights recent breakthroughs in high-pressure plasma glow discharge technology and the integration of nanomaterials, which together enable the use of plasma propulsion engines in low-altitude aircraft. These innovations offer substantial advantages over conventional engines, including higher efficiency, reduced emissions, and the potential to fundamentally change the propulsion systems of low-altitude aircraft

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Publisher Number:

2024-01-7022

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