The "Vector" team from the Financial University has developed a software simulator to evaluate the efficiency of hydrogen power plants in drones. This tool allows calculations to be performed without the need for numerous expensive physical tests. The simulator is based on a mathematical model designed to analyze the characteristics of future engines.
The program is written in Python 3.8 and integrates the main calculation models into a single algorithm. According to the developers, the use of digital modeling significantly reduces the cost of subsequent design stages, as some experiments are transferred to a virtual environment.
A safety mechanism is built into the system, which automatically stops calculations if the pressure drops below a set threshold. This solution helps identify potentially unsuccessful engineering approaches even before prototypes are manufactured.
The model has already been tested at temperatures from -20 to +60 °C. No specialized equipment is required for operation – it can be launched on a regular personal computer or laptop.
The development was created for hydrogen power plants, which are considered a promising energy source for drones due to their high efficiency, environmental friendliness, and lack of need for long charging times.
