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NLR is actively involved in various research projects and programmes in the Netherlands, Europe, and globally. As an independent aerospace research institute, we conduct applied research, focusing on a practical approach and innovative solutions. These R&D cases provide an insight into the diverse range of research activities and the projects we have been involved.
24 February 2026
R&D case: Wind tunnel modelling for Europe’s Ariane 6 launch system
The development of the Ariane 6 launcher was geared towards creating a reliable, flexible, and competitive European launch system. NLR played an important role in this endeavour by providing wind tunnel models at various development stages.
24 February 2026
R&D case: An innovative approach to responsive space-based intelligence gathering
Project: REACTS (Responsive European Architecture for Space)
23 January 2026
R&D case: Neutralising hazards and risks for chromated aircraft scrap handling
Project: PANTHER (Painted Metallic Aircraft Scrap: Neutralizing Toxic Hazards and Exposure Risk)
26 November 2025
R&D case: Hydrogen drone research
Project: HYDRA II (Hydrogen Drone Research Aircraft)
21 October 2025
R&D case: Innovative airframe component designs for reducing aircraft noise
Project: INVENTOR (Innovative design of installed airframe components for aircraft noise reduction)
29 September 2025
R&D case: Integration and certification of LIG Nex1’s AESA radar using NLR’s Cessna Citation II
Project: FLANS (Flight test LIGNex1 AESA NLR Support)
29 August 2025
R&D case: Optimising disruptive airframe-propulsion integration concepts
Project: ENODISE (Enabling optimised disruptive airframe-propulsion integration concepts)
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