@misc{KoenigMischkePohletal., author = {K{\"o}nig, Paul and Mischke, Marcel and Pohl, Michael and Kazula, Stefan and H{\"o}schler, Klaus}, title = {Concept Development and Evaluation for a Broadband Noise Absorbing Acoustic Liner Concept for Aviation}, series = {24th International Society For Air Breathing Engines (ISABE-2019-24261), 22.-27. September 2019}, journal = {24th International Society For Air Breathing Engines (ISABE-2019-24261), 22.-27. September 2019}, abstract = {This paper presents design adaptations during the further development of innovative broadband acoustic liner concepts (Foil Helmholtz Resonator Liner; FHR-Liners) which utilise flexible foils within a honeycomb structure to attenuate engine and aircraft noise. The requirements for acoustic liners in aviation are described and utilised to derive evaluation criteria. Modifications of the FHR-Liner concept are introduced. A suitable concept evaluation method based on VDI 2225 is applied to evaluate the modified liner concepts concerning the main evaluation criteria.}, language = {en} } @misc{KazulaMischkeKoenigetal., author = {Kazula, Stefan and Mischke, Marcel and K{\"o}nig, Paul and H{\"o}schler, Klaus}, title = {Evaluation of Variable Pitot Inlet Concepts for Transonic and Supersonic Civil Aviation}, series = {MATEC Web of Conferences : Proceedings of the 9th EASN International Conference on Innovation in Aviation \& Space}, volume = {304}, journal = {MATEC Web of Conferences : Proceedings of the 9th EASN International Conference on Innovation in Aviation \& Space}, issn = {2261-236X}, doi = {10.1051/matecconf/201930402016}, pages = {8}, abstract = {This paper describes the selection of the ideal variable inlet concept group by utilising results of aerodynamic investigations, system safety analyses and integration studies. Aerodynamic and functional inlet requirements are explained and variable inlet concept groups are introduced. The concept evaluation by means of a weighted point rating is presented. The respective concept groups are analysed and evaluated regarding economic, functional and safety requirements. By means of this evaluation, the concept group that adjusts the inlet geometry by rigid segment repositioning is identified as most suitable concept group. The early selection of the most suitable concept group enables more detailed subsequent concept investigations, potentially enabling the technology of variable inlets for future commercial aircraft.}, language = {en} } @misc{KoenigSharmaKondaetal., author = {K{\"o}nig, Paul and Sharma, Dikshant and Konda, Karunakar Reddy and Xie, Tianxiao and H{\"o}schler, Klaus}, title = {Comprehensive Review on Cooling of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors and Their Qualitative Assessment for Aerospace Applications}, series = {Energies}, volume = {16}, journal = {Energies}, number = {22}, issn = {1996-1073}, doi = {10.3390/en16227524}, abstract = {The permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) can be a suitable candidate for electrified propulsion in aviation. Despite the very high efficiency, heat dissipation during operation leads to performance limitations. Elevated temperatures in the electrical insulations and the magnets pose a potential safety risk that must be reduced by selective cooling. A comprehensive review is conducted to capture current research interests in cooling methods in PMSM. Cooling methods are described according to their heat transfer mechanism, grouped, and assigned to the components within the motor. Key findings of the literature reviewed are described in the context of PMSM cooling. Information on cooling media and potential combinations of cooling methods in components is gathered. Assessment parameters such as safety, weight, effectiveness, integrability, complexity and cost are defined to enable a subsequent qualitative analysis for six selected cooling methods. A point-weighted evaluation approach, according to VDI 2225, was applied to identify the most promising cooling approach for successful implementation in aviation.}, language = {en} } @misc{KoenigMuellerHoeschler, author = {K{\"o}nig, Paul and M{\"u}ller, Phillip and H{\"o}schler, Klaus}, title = {Assessment of (hybrid)-electric drive-train architectures for future aircraft applications}, series = {Journal of Physics: Conference Series}, volume = {2526}, journal = {Journal of Physics: Conference Series}, issn = {1742-6596}, doi = {10.1088/1742-6596/2526/1/012023}, abstract = {Future regional aircraft and propulsion systems will have to address both a growing market and stricter environmental constraints. Besides the increase of component efficiencies, the technological transformation from conventional to (hybrid)-electric propulsion systems represents a paradigm shift with great potential for the aviation industry. In this context, economic, market-relevant as well as technological boundary conditions for the electrical and mechanical components are developed in this paper for a reference regional aircraft and are based on current research results from different institutions. The propulsion performance analysis of a conventional turboprop is compared and evaluated with a serial-hybrid and a fully-electric configuration (both battery-electric), status today as well as status ~2035, as an example, whereby the presented process can also be applied to other hybrid configurations too. An energy-optimised propulsion and operating concept is derived with regard to minimum resulting system weight. The results of this analysis help to define necessary boundary conditions for future subsystem investigations and identify key research items, especially in the field of the battery.}, language = {en} } @misc{KoenigHoeschlerHaridasu, author = {K{\"o}nig, Paul and H{\"o}schler, Klaus and Haridasu, Venkata Brahma Teja}, title = {Surface Heat Exchanger Assessment for Battery Powered Aircrafts}, series = {AIAA AVIATION Forum, San Diego, 2023}, journal = {AIAA AVIATION Forum, San Diego, 2023}, publisher = {American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics}, doi = {10.2514/6.2023-4534}, pages = {1 -- 13}, abstract = {The thermal management system represents a major challenge for a sustainable transformation of aviation industry from conventional to (hybrid)-electric propulsion. Although component efficiencies of motors, generators, power electronics and batteries are much higher compared to conventional gas turbines, heat dissipation is a challenge if flight characteristics are not to be compromised by massive drag growth. One solution is provided by structural surface heat exchangers, which use the aircraft's wetted surface to reject heat to the environment. Using the temperature-sensitive battery, the potential for fuselage-integrated surface heat exchangers will be evaluated. For this purpose, different flight conditions: take-off, climb, cruise and descent; operational concepts: battery-assisted take-off, battery-assisted climb and recuperative descent, and normal and hot day flight cycles will be investigated using a battery-hybridized reference flight of a Saab 340. A method for calculating reversible and irreversible heat fluxes in the battery is presented and used as a quantitative measure. The theoretical suitability of surface heat exchangers for battery heat rejection can be demonstrated for various flight conditions. Critical design points are not only the take-off but also the battery-assisted climb as well as a too power demanding recuperation during descent. The findings obtained are suitable for use in optimizing operating concepts, identifying suitable charging currents, and for transferability to different aircraft sizes as a function of their take-off weight.}, language = {en} } @misc{AsliKoenigSharmaetal., author = {Asli, Majid and K{\"o}nig, Paul and Sharma, Dikshant and Pontika, Evangelia and Huete, Jon and Konda, Karunakar Reddy and Mathiazhagan, Akilan and Xie, Tianxiao and H{\"o}schler, Klaus and Laskaridis, Panagiotis}, title = {Thermal management challenges in hybrid-electric propulsion aircraft}, series = {Progress in Aerospace Sciences}, volume = {144}, journal = {Progress in Aerospace Sciences}, issn = {1873-1724}, doi = {10.1016/j.paerosci.2023.100967}, pages = {1 -- 29}, abstract = {The utilization of hybrid electric propulsion concept in aviation offers a viable solution to address the limitations posed by the relatively low energy density of batteries in fully electric aviation. These hybrid systems enable the aircraft to achieve a significant range while simultaneously minimizing carbon emissions. While the individual components of a Hybrid Electric Propulsion (HEP) system, such as electric motors and batteries, are designed with high efficiency, their integration presents a significant challenge in the realm of thermal management. Designing an efficient system for managing the substantial waste heat generated by heat sources and effectively transferring it to heat sinks during various flight phases is a complex task. This challenge becomes even more critical as the design must adhere to system weight limits and prioritize aviation safety considerations. In this review article, we performed a systematic review of the challenges related to the key elements in a thermal management system. These elements encompass every component or subsystem that contributes to the thermal management of a generic hybrid-electric propulsion system. This includes electric motors and generators, batteries, heat exchangers, power transmission systems, power distribution systems, storages, fuel cells, cooling fluids and pipes, control system, pumps and fans. Following the identification of the challenges, the paper provides a comprehensive summary of the existing solutions that have been offered and pursued by the community to address the challenges. Furthermore, the paper also discusses emerging technologies related to each element, highlighting their potential in overcoming these challenges.}, language = {en} }