articleSep 1, 2025Closed access

Turboelectric Distributed Propulsion in a Hybrid Wing Body Aircraft

Glenn Research Center · Langley Research Center

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Abstract

Turboelectric distributed propulsion (TeDP) is a relatively new concept that has the potential to improve aircraft fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and enable new aircraft configurations. This concept uses turbine engines to generate electrical power, which is then distributed to multiple propulsors throughout the aircraft. The NASA N3-X aircraft concept is an example of a TeDP aircraft configuration that uses a hybrid wing body (HWB) aircraft design.

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Keywords
  • Propulsion
  • Turbofan
  • Aerospace engineering
  • Propulsive efficiency
  • Airframe
  • Automotive engineering
  • Thrust
  • Fuel efficiency
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Affordable and clean energy
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