Posted on 08/25/2007 10:43:49 AM PDT by Yo-Yo
How about a nuk. powered gen. Works great on nuk. subs.
This statement really got my attention, then I thought about it and realized that the existing hardware might be able to do it, they might only have to test it at this higher instantaneous load and switch to some higher tolerance, higher rated components. They may have to provide for better cooling of the components.
Does anyone know what average load this generator is designed for?
What are your thoughts on a single engine, single generator providing power to an all-electric aircraft? Does this thing have an emergency Ram Air Turbine, and what load can it carry?
Am I wrong, or will a failure in the generator, GCU, or CSD/shear-shaft all result in this thing losing all control? The pilot will be left with a few minutes of battery powered radio & nav and an ejection handle.
As in the 737NG, and the 787, the F-35's generator doubles as the engine starter. The F-35 is equipped with an Integrated Power Package (IPP) that provides starting power to the starter/generator, and also provides emergency and backup power in flight. No RAT that I know of on the F-35, though.
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