SMART STRUCTURES IN THE AEROSPACE DESIGN: BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES I

Smart structures in the aerospace design   To examine the influence that the new materials we may have on the Smart structures in the aerospace design, it is necessary to understand the technologies that converge in this emerging materials concept. If we go back in history, the development of aeronautical construction technology has been supported […]

ADVANCED MATERIALS: THE FUTURE OF AEROSPACE DESIGN (III)

The fourth goal: Withstanding Harsh Conditions  Commercial aircraft operate in a wide range of environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, high humidity, corrosive atmospheres, and mechanical stresses during flight. Materials used in aircraft construction must withstand these harsh conditions to ensure safe and reliable operation over an extended service life.   Better corrosion resistance and higher […]

HYDROGEN POWER PLANTS IN ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY (Part ll)

Key aspects in the hydrogen fuel cell technology deployment Although hydrogen fuel cells offer advantages in terms of performance and zero emissions, there are several factors that contribute to the relatively high cost of manufacturing and difficult the deployment of this technology compared to other propulsion solutions. Here are some key aspects that make hydrogen […]