Rolls-Royce Set To Begin Hybrid-Electric Power Tests

PGS1
The PGS1 demonstrator targets follow-on hybrid-electric regional power systems.
Credit: Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce is preparing to begin ground runs of a 2.5 megawatt hybrid-electric engine on a testbed in Bristol, England, following delivery of the generator and associated power electronics from the company’s facility in Trondheim, Norway. The generator and 3,000-volt power electronics system form...
Guy Norris

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

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