Technology Innovative electrified aircraft propulsion technologies are designed to improve electrified aircraft performance and efficiency. EAP Innovations Researchers at NASA Glenn are continuously exploring and developing new technologies to advance electrified aircraft propulsion (EAP) for the

NASA is exploring the use of superconducting wires in future electrified aircraft propulsion systems to improve efficiency and minimize energy loss during operation. Overview A big challenge when designing propulsion system components for electrified aircraft is

Researchers at NASA are exploring the use of soft magnetic materials in electrified aircraft systems to increase vehicle performance and efficiency. These materials allow systems to operate at higher frequencies and temperatures with minimal power loss

Advanced circuit breakers are crucial in electrified aircraft with megawatt-levels of electricity onboard. Researchers at NASA are developing circuit-breaking devices that are lightweight with rapid response times to help protect aircraft systems from potential electrical safety

High-Efficiency Electrified Aircraft Thermal Research NASA researchers are developing innovative power and thermal management systems to increase efficiency in future electrified aircraft concepts. Overview The High-Efficiency Electrified Aircraft Thermal Research (HEATherR) project seeks to address the

Power converters are essential components in electrified aircraft systems as they help manage electrical energy by converting power from one form to another, including alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) power or vice versa. Overview