Innovations in Aerospace Propulsion Technologies
Key Ideas
- GKN expands Swedish plant to meet global demand for engine components.
- Qdot selects H3's hydrogen fuel cells for uncrewed VTOL aircraft, boosting Oxford University spinoff's propulsion technology.
- Lilium achieves milestone in electric propulsion tests for eVTOL aircraft in German lab.
- US Air Force endorses Wright's work on rechargeable thermal batteries for military uncrewed air vehicles.
A series of advancements in aerospace propulsion technologies have been reported recently. GKN has announced the expansion of its engine component plant in Sweden to cater to the increasing global demand for such components. In another development, Qdot has opted for H3's hydrogen fuel cells for their uncrewed VTOL aircraft, with the propulsion technology potentially benefiting eVTOL aircraft and business jets. Meanwhile, Lilium has successfully completed a crucial stage of electric propulsion tests for its eVTOL aircraft at a specialized lab in Germany. The US Air Force is supporting Wright's research on rechargeable thermal batteries, which have potential applications in multi-role military uncrewed air vehicles. These advancements reflect the industry's continuous drive for innovation and efficiency in aerospace propulsion technology.