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Functional and Safety Challenges of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems for Application in Electrified Regional Aircraft

Kazula, Stefan and Staggat, Martin and de Graaf, Stefanie (2022) Functional and Safety Challenges of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems for Application in Electrified Regional Aircraft. 12th EASN International Conference, 2022-10-18 - 2022-10-21, Barcelona, Spanien.

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Abstract

This paper identifies potential weaknesses and challenges of hydrogen fuel cell systems (PEMFCSs) as main energy provider for electrified aircraft propulsion and presents potential solutions. The general design, operating principles and main characteristics of hydrogen-fuelled low temperature PEMFCSs are described. The safety assessment process in aviation according to Aerospace Recommended Practices ARP4754A and selected methods according to ARP4761 are introduced. The functions of fuel cell systems in electrified aircraft powertrains are analysed in functional structure trees on aircraft, powertrain and fuel cell system level. By means of a Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA), potential malfunctions and their effects are investigated and their severity is evaluated. Critical failure modes are identified and requirements for acceptable failure probabilities are stipulated. Solution options to mitigate failure effects are stated. The results of the mentioned analyses reveal design challenges associated with the application of fuel cell systems in electrified aircraft propulsion, for instance, concerning functional independence as well as solutions for cold start conditions, heat transfer and lightweight design. Furthermore, safety challenges arise due to the utilisation of cryogenic hydrogen as fuel and the high amount of electric energy.

Item URL in elib:https://elib.dlr.de/191710/
Document Type:Conference or Workshop Item (Speech)
Title:Functional and Safety Challenges of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems for Application in Electrified Regional Aircraft
Authors:
AuthorsInstitution or Email of AuthorsAuthor's ORCID iDORCID Put Code
Kazula, StefanUNSPECIFIEDhttps://orcid.org/0000-0002-9050-1292137831855
Staggat, MartinUNSPECIFIEDhttps://orcid.org/0000-0003-4380-0828133662772
de Graaf, StefanieUNSPECIFIEDhttps://orcid.org/0000-0001-7236-651XUNSPECIFIED
Date:October 2022
Refereed publication:No
Open Access:No
Gold Open Access:No
In SCOPUS:No
In ISI Web of Science:No
Status:Published
Keywords:Hydrogen Fuel Cell, Safety Assessment, Electric Aircraft
Event Title:12th EASN International Conference
Event Location:Barcelona, Spanien
Event Type:international Conference
Event Start Date:18 October 2022
Event End Date:21 October 2022
Organizer:European Aeronautics Science Network
HGF - Research field:Aeronautics, Space and Transport
HGF - Program:Aeronautics
HGF - Program Themes:Clean Propulsion
DLR - Research area:Aeronautics
DLR - Program:L CP - Clean Propulsion
DLR - Research theme (Project):L - Components and Emissions
Location: Cottbus
Institutes and Institutions:Institute of Electrified Aero Engines
Deposited By: Kazula, Stefan
Deposited On:12 Dec 2022 11:17
Last Modified:24 Apr 2024 20:52

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