Tue, Apr 19, 2011
Airbus-Sponsored Aircraft Rolled Out At AERO
Friedrichschafen
The "eGenius" ... an electrically powered two-seat airplane
currently being utilized to examine the long-term potential of
electricity as a major onboard energy source for air transport ...
was seen publicly for the first time at the just-concluded AERO
Friedrichshafen 2011 industry event in Germany.
Airbus is a high-level sponsor of a new electric concept
aircraft. Powered by a 60 kW engine, the "eGenius" has a maximum
takeoff weight of 1,870 pounds. It is able to operate over a
distance of 250 miles at cruise speeds of up to 145 mph. Its
wingspan is 55.31 feet, and the wide fuselage design accommodates
the two seats in a side-by-side arrangement.
The "eGenius" was developed by the Institute of Aircraft Design
at the University of Stuttgart in Germany, and data collected from
its practical operation will be analysed by Airbus' Future Projects
teams for further development of this concept, as well as to better
understand the opportunities it presents. "Airbus is carefully
studying all technologies available today for future alternative
aviation energy sources," said Christopher Emerson, Airbus Senior
Vice President Product Strategy and Market Forecast. "By sponsoring
experimental projects like the 'eGenius,' we are gathering valuable
experience and data for our further analyses and research
activities in this area."
Airbus says the "eGenius" demonstrator marks yet another step
for its alternative fuels roadmap, which is working towards making
such energy sources a reality for aviation use. In addition to the
monitoring of electric propulsion technology, Airbus is developing
fuel cell technology that will enable emission-free aircraft
operations on the ground. Airbus says it is also actively engaged
in the implementation and testing of sustainable biofuels, and
strongly supports the installation of local biofuel value-chains
around the world.
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