Description / Abstract:
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) is a review of the
general characteristics of power sources that may be used to
provide secondary, auxiliary, or emergency power for use in
aircraft, space vehicles, missiles, remotely piloted vehicles, air
cushion vehicles, surface effect ships, or other vehicles in which
aerospace technology is used.
The information contained herein is intended for use in the
selection of the power source most appropriate to the needs of a
particular vehicle or system. The information may also be used in
the preparation of a power source specification.
Considerations for use in making a trade study and an evaluation
of the several power sources are included. More detailed
information relating to specific power sources is available in
other SAE Aerospace Information Reports or in Aerospace Recommended
Practices.