Hybrid Electric Drive
Abstract
This project includes the DON Energy Initiative related to the DDG 51 Hybrid Electric Drive to reduce DDG 51 Class ship energy consumption and increase mission effectiveness through longer time on station. This project supports propulsion at low ship speeds without the need for LM 2500 main engines. Fuel savings from the Hybrid Electric Drive system will be achieved by utilizing fewer gas turbines for propulsion and ship service power generation while also loading gas turbines generators at a more efficient operating load. Provides critical foundation for SECNAV and CNO objectives to achieve greater Navy-wide energy security. The HED program has been truncated to two installations. The operational data collected from the two ships from a deployment cycle (usage/energy savings/efficiencies) will determine future installations. Note: FY 2014 and prior year funding is resourced under project 1803 in this program element.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2019
- Source ID
- 3369_0604567N_5_1319_PB_2019
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