Simulation Study on Electromagnetic Response and Cable Coupling Characteristics of eVTOL Under Lightning Environment
Round 1
Reviewer 1 Report
Comments and Suggestions for AuthorsThis paper employs CST simulation software to investigate the electromagnetic response and cable coupling characteristics of electric vertical take-flight and landing (eVTOL) aircraft under lightning strike conditions. The analysis is structured around three main aspects: lightning zoning, excitation methods comparison, and aircraft system response along with cable coupling effects. The following key issues should be addressed by the authors in the revision to improve the manuscript.
1 In section 3.3.1. “Introduction to Lightning Zoning”，it seems more clear to add a figure to show the different lightning zones.
2 In Section 3.3.2 (“Lightning Zoning Simulation”), a flat plate electrode model is used with an applied voltage of 3000 kV to simulate a strong electric field environment. Could the authors please clarify the scientific basis for selecting this specific voltage level? Additionally, what is the rationale behind setting the size of the flat plate to twice the maximum dimensions of the aircraft? Finally, it would be helpful to know the distance between the aircraft and the ground plate, as well as the justification for this choice.
3 The legends in Figures 10, 11, 13, and 14 are unclear and difficult to read. It is suggested to increase their size and resolution to improve clarity.
4 In Figure 17, one end of the discrete port does not appear to be connected to a physical structure that provides a return path. Could the authors please clarify the simulation configuration for this port? Specifically, how is the current return path defined, and what is the physical justification for this setup?
5 The correspondence between the cable model in Figure 18 and its circuit schematic in Figure 19 is unclear. We request clarification on how the components in the model in Figure 18 to the elements in the circuit diagram in Figure 19.
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Reviewer 2 Report
Comments and Suggestions for AuthorsIt is recommended to simplify the literature and background study and make discussion and analysis more descriptive and narrative.
The model used in these simulations for eVTOL is very simple like the all the material structures are simplified, and the effects of composite materials are not considered that are important for eVTOL.
Only the simulations are included, it is suggested to add some mechanism to validate your simulated results like lab test or add some experiments.
Only component A is analyzed, while other components are not discussed in details. Also analyze other components and their combined effect.
Add a sensitivity analysis to your components to make analysis more descriptive better.
There are some grammatical errors and language inconsistencies, correct all of them and add pictures in high resolution for clear readability.
Comments on the Quality of English LanguageThere are some grammatical errors and language inconsistencies, correct all of them and add pictures in high resolution for clear readability.
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Reviewer 3 Report
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