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  1. Kioki1

    Turbo Electric Propulsion

    The ultimate proof of concept will come if I build something and start testing. What has prompted me to delve into this has been such programs as the XTI Trifan 600 and as wwell as numerous newsy items on the web suggesting that not only small craft but even transport class aircraft could...
  2. Kioki1

    Turbo Electric Propulsion

    Thanks for the response. Your "issue" assumes a weight increase which is subject to further analysis. Note that eliminating both the Main and Accessory gearboxes saves a significant amount of weight and also that driving the Generator at Gas generator speed results in increased power density. I...
  3. Kioki1

    Turbo Electric Propulsion

    Thanks for the response, this forum stuff is new to me. I realize this basic concept is not new, but I believe there is nothing "new" in the universe, for example diesel-electric locomotives predate marine aps by many decades. There is a tsunami of knowledge/activity emerging regarding...
  4. Kioki1

    Turbo Electric Propulsion

    Thanks for the response. My concept does not require a gear box to drive the propulsor (propellor, ducted fan, whatever).
  5. Kioki1

    Turbo Electric Propulsion

    Hello Forum, Any ideas on this concept. Please refer to the attachment. Cheers Georgehttps://files.engineering.com/getfile.aspx?folder=ad068add-4c1f-4eab-8ddf-f16f77266b3b&file=Turbo_Gen_propulsion-Model.pdf

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