In our project the power generation and usage of commercial airports were investigated, with specific focus on emergency and standby power. The various power consumers were listed and listed along the different generation methods, also investigating the method’s ability to provide emergency power.
As a case study, emergency power requirement of the Liszt Ferenc Airport was studied, and a solution in the shape of small scale hydrogen fuelled gas turbines (microturbines) was proposed. The advantages of microturbine powered power generation were listed, along with a comprehensive overview of their operating components, showing the state-of-the-art technology in microtubine design (such as MEMS).
A concept turbine was shown, along with a digital mock-up of a cart mounted ground power generation unit. As it was described, the emission characteristics of these turbines are excellent, so unlike classical diesel powered emergency power units, they can be used in everyday operations, generating more return on investment for the airport.
Based on the findings of the research, hydrogen based power generation units could present a green, sustainable power generation method for the Liszt Ferenc Airport also with potential economical benefits.
György Bicsák Dávid Sziroczák
PhD Student PhD Student