Revolutionizing Aviation: The Path to Zero-Emission Flight with Liquid Hydrogen
Key Ideas
  • Researchers at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering are pioneering a liquid hydrogen storage system for zero-emission aviation, aiming for commercial use by 2035.
  • The innovative system boasts a gravimetric efficiency of 0.62, a pump-free delivery mechanism, and integrated thermal management, addressing key engineering challenges.
  • Simulation studies show the system's capability to deliver 16.2 megawatts of power, meeting the demands of modern flight, with plans for a prototype under NASA's Zero Emission Aviation program.
  • The holistic approach of using hydrogen for both fuel and cooling could revolutionize storage solutions in various sectors, propelling the growth of a broader hydrogen economy.
Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering are pushing the boundaries of sustainable aviation by developing a liquid hydrogen storage and delivery system that could revolutionize zero-emission flight. The team's innovative approach integrates hydrogen as both fuel and a cooling agent, eliminating the need for separate thermal management systems and bulky equipment. Key technical advances include a high gravimetric efficiency, a pump-free delivery mechanism, and integrated thermal management that optimizes the system's energy efficiency. Simulation studies demonstrate the system's ability to deliver the required power for modern flight, paving the way for commercialization by 2035 through NASA's Zero Emission Aviation program. Beyond aviation, the integrated system has broader implications for storage solutions in high-demand sectors, signaling a potential shift towards a hydrogen economy. This groundbreaking work challenges conventional wisdom on hydrogen as an aviation fuel and presents a viable pathway towards sustainable flight, with industry-wide implications for future transportation networks.
ADVANCEH2

Our vision is to be the world's leading online platform for advancing the use of hydrogen as a critical piece needed to deliver net-zero initiatives and the promise of a clean H2 energy future.

© 2025 AdvanceH2, LLC. All rights reserved.