Imagine trying to cool a laptop that suddenly becomes as hot as a space heater. Electric planes create way more heat than current jets, and if they can't get rid of it, they can't fly. This work builds a giant 'radiator' system and a digital twin to keep batteries and engines from overheating.
Hybrid electric aircraft generate significantly more heat (up to 1,000kW) than current jets (35-50kW). Without new cooling technology, these aircraft cannot meet safety certifications or operate efficiently.
A suite of TRL5 thermal management components, including a Cabin Air Compressor (CAC) and a full digital twin for simulation.
If you are an aircraft manufacturer dealing with the transition to hybrid power — this project developed thermal management bricks that handle heat dissipation up to 1,000kW. This allows for the design of regional aircraft with 50 to 100 passengers and a range of 400-1000 Kms.
If you are a battery supplier dealing with extreme heat during power generation — this project developed cooling technologies for power storage. It targets the dissipation of 300 to 1,000kW of heat to ensure safety and efficiency in flight.
If you are a fuel cell company dealing with thermal instability in aviation — this project developed specific fuel cell cooling activities. This ensures that hydrogen-based propulsion can operate within safe temperature limits for commercial use.
Based on available project data, specific pricing or cost figures for the thermal management systems are not provided.
Yes, while focused on regional aircraft (50-100 passengers), the project specifically provides technology bricks for the SMR (Short and Medium Range) segment.
Based on available project data, the IP is managed by a consortium of 29 partners, but specific licensing terms are not listed.
The project targets an Entry Into Service (EIS) of 2035 for the regional aircraft platform.
Integration is managed via a full digital twin and validated in a full-scale demonstration test facility at Fraunhofer IBP.
The project is heavily industry-driven with a 79% industry ratio, featuring 23 industrial partners and 5 SMEs across 11 countries. Led by Honeywell International SRO, the group includes almost all key aerospace thermal management players, ensuring that the resulting TRL5 technologies have a direct path to commercial adoption.
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