Project description DEENESFRITPL Modelling of distributed propulsion systems gets a lift from experimental data Engines provide thrust, propelling heavy aircraft into the sky with their precious cargo and keeping them on track regardless of changing aerodynamic conditions. Increasing electrification of aircraft to enhance performance while reducing weight and emissions offers a novel opportunity for distributed propulsion. The concept relies on distributing many propulsors integrated into the airframe itself to fully exploit the potential of synergistic coupling of the airframe aerodynamics and the propulsion thrust stream. The EU-funded CICLOP project will conduct an extensive testing campaign to collect valuable experimental data regarding propeller and wing coupling. It will inform a predictive model supporting the design of distributed electric propulsion systems for regional aircraft. Show the project objective Hide the project objective Objective "Scheduled commercial transport volume is continuously growing, representing the global megatrend ""Mobility"". The subsequently higher number of aircrafts requires new and low energy concepts to achieve the European goals for sustainable aviation. Distributed (Electric) Propulsion (DP/DEP) is such new technology which opens up the design space and promises significant increase in overall aircraft efficiency while reducing emissions. A sound and reliable prediction of the aerodynamic effects of DP/DEP and close wing coupling at high-lift based on aerodynamic models and simulation is not yet available. The overall objective of CICLOP is to close this gap by providing high fidelity experimental data that allow for a leap in aircraft performance due to efficient synergetic use of DP and wing interaction. The most dominant design parameters, driving the sensitivity of positive as well as adverse aerodynamic effects will be identified and quantified. The results will thus significantly increase the conceptual and pre-design know-how for DEP/DP driven aircraft and allow for off-design performance prediction and sensitivity identification.Therefore, the CICLOP project members will:• Build and test a versatile wind tunnel model coupling three propeller sizes of different thrust to a wing of 0.8m chord including a high-lift flap, droop-nose a deflectable spoiler.• Identify aerodynamic interactions mechanism up to flow separations by the means of local static pressure measurement combined with oil flow visualization, hot-film techniques and PSP.• Assess the design parameters for propeller design and propeller to wing coupling.• Strengthen the competitiveness of the EU industry and supply in the field of new technologies for regional aircraft, following REG IADP activities for preliminary studies on hybrid/electrical regional aircraft configurations.The CICLOP total grant request is 847.688€ and will be conducted within 28 months." Fields of science engineering and technologymechanical engineeringvehicle engineeringaerospace engineeringaircraft Programme(s) H2020-EU.3.4. - SOCIETAL CHALLENGES - Smart, Green And Integrated Transport Main Programme H2020-EU.3.4.5.2. - IADP Regional Aircraft Topic(s) JTI-CS2-2020-CFP11-REG-01-20 - Aerodynamics experimental characterization and new experimental testing methodologies for distributed electrical propulsion Call for proposal H2020-CS2-CFP11-2020-01 See other projects for this call Funding Scheme CS2-RIA - Research and Innovation action Coordinator TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITAET BRAUNSCHWEIG Net EU contribution € 847 687,50 Address Universitaetsplatz 2 38106 Braunschweig Germany See on map Region Niedersachsen Braunschweig Braunschweig, Kreisfreie Stadt Activity type Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Links Contact the organisation Opens in new window Website Opens in new window Participation in EU R&I programmes Opens in new window HORIZON collaboration network Opens in new window Other funding € 0,00
