ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT

High power output and high energy density are quite important requirements for advanced energy storage systems in electric planes and electric vehicles. In this paper, We are going to review the present batteries technologies used in powering the electric aircraft used for small to medium range airplanes and some future technologies which could be implemented in the coming few years. Currently, the problem with current battery technologies is the relatively small energy density of the batteries which are adequate for electric cars but not for aviation use. We will also look at the use of super or ultra capacitors in combination with batteries to make a much more efficient and effective power system. Battery-Supercapacitor hybrid (BSH) alone itself will provide unique assets such as high performance, cheapness, safety, and environmental friendliness.