Analysis of prospects for the use of hybrid power plants in vertical takeoff and landing aircraft

Abstract

This paper presents a comparative analysis of the main hybrid configurations that can be used in the aviation sector, namely, series, parallel and combined. Their features are considered in terms of energy, mechanical and electrical components, and conclusions are drawn regarding the overall complexity of the system, the convenience of energy distribution and losses during various energy transformations. A comparative analysis of the specific energy density of electric batteries relative to high-energy fuel is also carried out, which gives an idea of the feasibility of using hybrid power systems in in vertical takeoff and landing aircraft