Innovative Fibre Suspension Technique for Liquid Hydrogen Tanks in Aircraft
Key Ideas
  • Study introduces fibre-based suspension technique for liquid hydrogen tanks in commercial aircraft.
  • Parametric analysis shows minimal mass increase and confirms structural feasibility.
  • Findings offer practical guidance for implementing fibre-based suspension systems in cryogenic tank structures.
The research study conducted at the Faculty of Applied Sciences in Delft, Netherlands, focuses on the structural feasibility analysis of a novel fibre suspension technique for double-walled integral liquid hydrogen tanks in conventional aircraft. The study aimed to explore how fibre design parameters affect structural performance, mass, displacement, and thermal behavior of the tank. Results revealed that the fibre-based suspension system is structurally feasible with only a marginal 1.88% increase in structural mass compared to a baseline integral tank without internal support. The implications of this study are significant for the aviation industry as it provides practical insights into utilizing fibre-based suspension systems for cryogenic tank structures, particularly for hydrogen storage solutions in aircraft. The findings offer valuable guidance for the development and implementation of innovative technologies that can enhance the safety and efficiency of hydrogen storage onboard commercial planes. Dr. Maurice Hoogreef, the supervisor of the study, plays a key role in advancing research in this area, paving the way for future advancements in aviation technology.
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