Materials Challenges in the Development of All-Electric Aircraft

Northwestern Polytechnical University, Faculty of Polymer Material and Engineering, Xi’an, Shaanxi, 710000, China

^* Corresponding author: 1439201701@mail.nwpu.edu.cn

Abstract

The global climate crisis has worsened as greenhouse gas emissions from production and transport activities have increased significantly. The idea of an all-electric airplane has been put out in reaction to the aviation industry’s fast expansion’s negative environmental effects. The traditional aviation model has brought huge economic benefits while leading to an increase in greenhouse gas emissions. This paper delves into the urgent need for aviation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the face of the global climate crisis and highlights the potential of electric aircraft as a key solution. The paper highlights the role that electric aircraft plays in cutting emissions and advancing sustainable development. It also outlines the obstacles that need to be overcome and future directions for advancement in the domains of integrated design, electric motor technology, and battery technology. Recent material innovations are also in focus, particularly the promise of high-temperature superconductors in electrical motor applications. Future research directions will focus on nanomaterials improvement, green production, and the development of high-performance environmentally friendly materials.