Sizing

Turboelectric methods contain the functions for analyses where a turboelectric powertrain provieds the required electric power. More...

Functions
def	SUAVE.Methods.Power.Turboelectric.Sizing.initialize_from_power.initialize_from_power (turboelectric, power, conditions)

Detailed Description

Turboelectric methods contain the functions for analyses where a turboelectric powertrain provieds the required electric power.

Function Documentation

initialize_from_power()

def SUAVE.Methods.Power.Turboelectric.Sizing.initialize_from_power.initialize_from_power	(		turboelectric,
			power,
			conditions
	)

assigns the mass of a single turboelectric generator based on the power and specific power
Assumptions:
Power output is derated relative to the air pressure. 100% power is considered a mean sea level.

Inputs:
power                 [J]
turboelectric.
  specific_power      [W/kg]
conditions.
  freestream_pressure [Pa]


Outputs:
turboelectric.
  mass_properties.
    mass         [kg]