Analysis of Alternative Electrolyzer Technologies to Support Next Generation UAV
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Authors
Pollman, Anthony G.
Gannon, Anthony J.
Smith, Walter
Subjects
unmanned systems
hydrogen fuel cell
electrolyzer
energy optimization
logistical independence
Systems Modeling Language
SysML
Model Based Systems Engineering Methodology for Employing Architecture for Systems Analysis
MBSE MEASA
hydrogen fuel cell
electrolyzer
energy optimization
logistical independence
Systems Modeling Language
SysML
Model Based Systems Engineering Methodology for Employing Architecture for Systems Analysis
MBSE MEASA
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Date of Issue
2021
Date
2021
Publisher
Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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Abstract
Building on experience with the Ion Tiger Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), the Naval Research Lab (NRL) is developing prototypes for the next generation, fuel-cell, UAV. A key requirement is for the fuel cell (aka: electrolyzer) to already be qualified for use by the Navy. A sequential system engineering approach will be used to link the desired capability with a UAV solution, and then decompose the UAV system into its sub-systems (or components) with the goal of determining fuel cell performance metrics that address the capability in light of any stakeholder constraints. Key metrics will be compared to data from existing, qualified equipment. Subsequent analysis will determine which existing fuel cell system could be used to realize the desired capability for the next generation UAV. Both physical and operational parameters will be used in this analysis. A comprehensive final report will make expert fuel cell sub-system selection recommendations based on the desired capability and the state-of-the-art. A major technical risk to this approach is that a qualified system, designed for a different task but capable of repurpose for the new application, may not address the need. In this case, recommendations for a suitable fuel cell sub-system will be made.
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Report
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NPS NRP Executive Summary
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Systems Engineering
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HQMC Aviation (HQMC AVN)
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This research is supported by funding from the Naval Postgraduate School, Naval Research Program (PE 0605853N/2098). https://nps.edu/nrp
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Chief of Naval Operations (CNO)
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