Full Superconducting Motor Readied For Tests

Credit: Guy Norris/AW&ST
As aviation moves toward more electric and hybrid-electric propulsion for general aviation and regional aircraft, researchers in Europe are developing a superconducting motor prototype that could enable electric propulsion for future large civil aircraft. Superconducting motors offer the potential...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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