Information Guide for Electric Motors which Drive Hydraulic Pumps
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This document provides an application guide for electric motors that drive aerospace hydraulic pumps. It provides details of the characteristics of electric motors powered by DC, Fixed Frequency AC, and Variable Frequency AC electrical systems. The applications include both military and commercial aircraft.
Rationale: There is a need for a document that provides aerospace engineers with guidance for selecting, sizing, and characterizing electric motors that drive hydraulic pumps, given the various types of electrical input power that might be available.