Research on the Development of Green Power Technologies for Helicopter
To achieve the sustainable development of helicopter and carbon neutral target,developing green aviation power is the most important technological approach.The development directions of green aviation power were analyzed,and then compared in the view of properties and vehicle performance.It can be found that,Sustainable Aviation Fuel(SAF)is the most suitable fuel for traditional and hybrid helicopter in short-to-middle term.Battery is the ideal power for inner-city urban air mobility,while hydrogen fuel cell-battery hybrid power is more suitable for inter-city urban air mobility or high speed and long endurance helicopter.The performances of green power helicopters can be enhanced with new configuration,while the application of hydrogen to helicopter relies on the wide cooperation of interdisciplinary enterprises and institutes.This research will show certain guiding significance for the development of helicopter green aviation power technology.