Thalin P. Fundamentals of Electric Aircraft Revised Edition 2023

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Fundamentals of Electric Aircraft, Second Edition was developed to explain what the electric aircraft stands for by offering an objective view of what can be expected from the giant strides in innovative architectures and technologies enabling aircraft electrification. This edition features new illustrations and photographs throughout.
Preface
Introduction and a Brief History of Electric Aircraft
The Electric Aircraft Paradigm
Electrification of Aircraft Systems—Part I: Power Generation and Distribution, Electrical Networks and Architectures
Electrification of Aircraft Systems—Part II: Replacement of Pneumatics, Enabling Technologies
Electrification of Aircraft Systems—Part III: Shift from Hydraulic to Electric-Powered Actuation
Propulsion Options for the Electric Aircraft
Aircraft Applications—Part I: Electric Propulsion, Electric Taxiing
Aircraft Applications—Part II: Hybrid-Electric Propulsion
Maintainability and Operational Overview
Performance and Business Value of Electric Aircraft
Conclusion