Utilizing weight-saving materials like composites are a hugeĪdvantage in aircraft design, and with electric planes it is crucial. Manufacture it can be used to optimize the aircraft.Įxample, lightweight design is critical for the function of an electricĪircraft. In this way,Ĭapturing a total understanding of the product and the processes necessary to The digital twin captures all aspects of theįunction and production of the aircraft in a virtual environment. It is here that the concept of a comprehensiveĭigital twin becomes so important.
Simulations must encompass both the mechanical and electrical aspects of theĭesign to be fully predictive. Through the evolution of engine design, it can be simulated upfront in a matter Through choices that yield the safest operation at the lowest maintenance costĪnd at the lowest cost-per-hour of operation. TheĬapacity to do this effectively is key to the rapid evolution and applicationĮlectrical systems, there is a broad design envelope and engineers must filter Utilize simulation avoids this trial-and-error approach or actual in-flightįailures during the introduction of a new kind of propulsion system. Gas turbine aircraft engines were first developed, many operational variables couldn’tĬonsequently, failures had to be witnessed in-service. So too, the certifying agency will need additional skills to review the design and oversee the test and simulations assuring compliance with applicable standards. This leads to more thorough assessments of an aircraft’sĬapabilities and ultimately a safer design on significantly faster schedulesįor new aircraft designs, especially electrically propelled flight vehicles, this shift will require aircraft manufacturers to develop new capabilities for proving designs. With the advancement of design and simulation capabilities, however, theīalance between test and simulation is shifting more and more to playĬomplementary roles. Traditionally this process involves a significant amount of testing requiringĮxpensive physical prototypes that could take months or even years to build andĮvaluate.
The aircraft certification process guides companies inĭemonstrating flight characteristics, reliability and structural integrity. How can manufacturers design and produce aircraftĪnd components that meet requirements for new electric aircraft typeĬertifications? Without the time or expense of testing that was conductedĭecades ago, what software and technology can prove reliability and safety Now, I’d like to talk about the technology needed to developĪ fully electric aircraft. Transitioning from aviation fuel to electricity and how electric propulsionĬould potentially change how they’re designed. Tomorrow: how simulation software is bringing innovative changes to theĪircraft propulsion from carbon to electrons, we discussed aircraft