An Energy Management Strategy for All Electric Aircraft Based on Multi-stack Fuel Cells

Xiaoyue Chai, Rui Ma, Jian Song, Hailong Sun, Congcong Wang, Zhi Feng

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Abstract

Multi-stack fuel cell systems (MFCS) have the potential to deliver superior output performance and increased reliability compared to single-stack fuel cell systems (SFCS). These characteristics make MFCS particularly well-suited for aviation applications that demand high power output. Moreover, energy management strategies are crucial for realizing the power distribution between fuel cells and batteries and ensuring the dependability of electric propulsion systems. In this article, we introduce a novel approach based the equivalent consumption minimization strategy (ECMS) that takes into account the system cost. This strategy is solved through a sequential quadratic programming algorithm. By implementing this strategy, the efficiency of MFCS can be improved, the overall cost of the system can be reduced, power fluctuation of the fuel cell system can be minimized, and the stack with poor performance can be protected, ultimately increasing the system's lifespan. These improvements make ECMS an ideal solution for the aviation industry, helping to advance the application of MFCS.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, ITEC 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350397420
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Event2023 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, ITEC 2023 - Detroit, United States
Duration: 21 Jun 202323 Jun 2023

Publication series

Name2023 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, ITEC 2023

Conference

Conference2023 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, ITEC 2023
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityDetroit
Period21/06/2323/06/23

Keywords

  • energy management strategy
  • equivalent consumption minimization strategy
  • fuel cell
  • multi-stack

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