DC power converters for aerospaceprimary
2 projects
SCOPUS focused on compact bidirectional DC converters and IDEN on innovative distributed electrical networks, both for aircraft applications.
Organization
BLU ELECTRONIC SRL
Italian SME designing compact DC power converters and smart energy management systems for More Electric Aircraft applications.
Technology SMEtransportITSMENo active H2020 projects
H2020 projects
3
As coordinator
2
Total EC funding
€1.6M
Unique partners
6
What they do
Their core work
BLU ELECTRONIC is an Italian SME specializing in power electronics design and manufacturing for the aerospace sector, with a strong focus on More Electric Aircraft (MEA) applications. They develop compact, high-power-density DC converters, smart energy management systems, and distributed electrical networks for aircraft. Their work spans from advanced landing systems to bidirectional modular power conversion, positioning them as a niche supplier of next-generation airborne electrical components.
Core expertise
What they specialise in
More Electric Aircraft power systemsprimary
2 projects
Both IDEN and SCOPUS target MEA architectures, addressing smart energy management and optimized power usage and storage.
Aircraft landing systems electronicssecondary
1 project
ANGELS project contributed to an advanced next-generation landing system, likely providing power electronics components.
Modular high-density power electronicsemerging
1 project
SCOPUS keywords emphasize compact, modular, and high power density design — indicating a push toward miniaturized power modules.
Evolution & trajectory
How they've shifted over time
Early focus
Aircraft systems components
Recent focus
MEA power electronics and converters
BLU ELECTRONIC entered H2020 in 2015 as a participant in an aircraft landing systems project (ANGELS), suggesting an initial role as a component supplier in aviation. From 2018 onward, they shifted to coordinating their own projects focused specifically on DC power conversion and electrical network architecture for More Electric Aircraft. This progression shows a clear move from general aerospace participation to specialized leadership in airborne power electronics.
BLU ELECTRONIC is deepening its specialization in compact, modular DC power conversion for electric aircraft — a growing market as aviation electrification accelerates.
Collaboration profile
How they like to work
Role: consortium_leaderReach: European3 countries collaborated
BLU ELECTRONIC has transitioned from participant to project leader, coordinating 2 of their 3 H2020 projects. With only 6 unique partners across 3 countries, they work in small, focused consortia rather than large multi-partner networks. This suggests they are a hands-on technical SME that prefers tight collaboration with a few trusted partners over broad coalition-building.
A compact network of 6 partners across 3 countries, concentrated within the Clean Sky 2 Joint Technology Initiative ecosystem. Their partnerships are aviation-sector focused, reflecting close ties to the European aerospace supply chain.
Why partner with them
What sets them apart
BLU ELECTRONIC is a rare example of an SME that coordinates Clean Sky 2 aerospace projects — most CS2 calls are dominated by large primes and research institutes. Their specific niche in compact, bidirectional DC converters for aircraft electrical systems fills a gap between large power electronics manufacturers and academic research groups. For consortium builders, they bring hands-on engineering capability with the agility and focus of a small company.
Notable projects
Highlights from their portfolio
- SCOPUSSelf-coordinated Clean Sky 2 project on smart DC converters for More Electric Aircraft — directly targets a high-growth aviation electrification market.
- ANGELSLargest single EC contribution (EUR 710,500) for an advanced landing system, showing BLU ELECTRONIC can deliver in high-budget aerospace programs.
Cross-sector capabilities
Energy storage and power managementElectric vehicle power electronicsIndustrial power conversion systemsSpace systems electrical architecture
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