Series Hybrid Electric Propulsion AircRaft Demonstrator (SHEPARD)*
Abstract
*Formerly Air-Ground Autonomous VEhicles (AGAVE) The result of efforts conducted under AGAVE evolved into more focused research in novel approaches to hybrid-electric propulsion (HEP) systems. The Series Hybrid Electric Propulsion AircRaft Demonstrator (SHEPARD) program will design and develop an efficient HEP system and integrate it into a unique military aircraft application. The innovative aircraft design will include essential operational considerations and mission system components. The program employs a rapid development framework that capitalizes on maturing mission-enabling technologies to quickly meet emergent mission needs while overcoming significant system-level technical challenges. The result will be a flight-demonstrated system with a minimal viable mission capability that is developed quickly and at relatively low cost.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2022
- Source ID
- a20158b053a46e02a54d8ffab2e93150