Geiger HDP 10

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HDP 10
Type Electric aircraft engine
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Geiger Engineering

The Geiger HDP 10 is a German electric motor for powering electric aircraft, designed and produced by Geiger Engineering of Seigendorf, Hirschaid, Oberfranken. [1]

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Design and development

The HDP 10 is a brushless 58 volt design producing 12.5 kW (17 hp) at 1950 rpm, with an outrunner coil. It has a 93% efficiency. The low working rpm of the engine means that it can turn a propeller at efficient speeds without the need for a reduction drive. [1]

Specifications (HDP 10)

Data from Tacke [1]

General characteristics

  • Type: Brushless electric aircraft engine
  • Length: 171 mm (6.7 in)
  • Diameter: 215 mm (8.5 in)
  • Dry weight: 3.75 kg (8.3 lb)

Components

Performance

  • Power output: 12.5 kW (17 hp) at 1950 rpm
  • Voltage: 58V nominal
  • Best efficiency: 93%
  • Power-to-weight ratio: 3.3 kW/kg

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References

  1. 1 2 3 Tacke, Willi; Marino Boric; et al: World Directory of Light Aviation 2015-16, pages 262-263. Flying Pages Europe SARL, 2015. ISSN   1368-485X
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