18 December 2024
Global aviation is increasing, but the current lack of qualified maintenance personnel is becoming very problematic.It may eventually lead to a reduced availability of the fleets and, thus, reduced revenues for their operators. Part of the solution is to increase the efficiency of the existing maintenance processes by introducing innovative tooling.
17 December 2024
NLR is taking a significant step towards flying on liquid hydrogen, a promising development to make aviation more sustainable. To make this possible, the research institution has signed an agreement with zepp.solutions to develop a fuel cell system. This collaboration is a crucial pillar in NLR's ambition to conduct a demonstration flight on liquid hydrogen in 2026.
16 December 2024
In the series ‘NLR People’, we show you who the experts at the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre are, what drives them, and what they are working on behind the scenes. In this episode: Elisabeth van der Sman, works as a consultant and team leader for sustainable aviation at Royal NLR, the Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR).
10 December 2024
Marknesse – The German-Dutch Wind Tunnels – DNW is pleased to announce the opening of its state-of-the-art Automotive Test Section. This cutting-edge facility is the first of its kind in the world, enabling the accurate measurement of rolling and air resistance of larger vehicles in compliance with the European mandatory Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP).
29 November 2024
The arrival of new aircraft, from drones to the F-35 fighter jet, is increasing pressure on our scarce airspace. How can these ‘newcomers’ be incorporated and co-exist with current airspace users? The Programme Safe and Competitive Operations of NLR is looking for solutions.
29 November 2024
Everyone has their own opinion on the number of flights at Schiphol. However, if Dutch aviation wants to make its contribution to limiting global warming to no more than 1.5 degrees, in line with the Paris climate agreement, CO2 emissions from flights departing from Schiphol must be drastically reduced. This is evident from a study by NLR, which they conducted on behalf of Schiphol. The study shows that at least a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions is needed by 2030 compared to 2019.
28 November 2024
PAL-V, known for its FlyDrive mobility solutions, announces a significant milestone in their collaboration with Royal NLR. The two parties have successfully completed the development of the rotor blades for the PAL-V Liberty, marking the beginning of the industrialization phase. This achievement brings PAL-V another step closer to serial production of its flying car.
27 November 2024
This research project aimed to develop additively manufactured propellant tanks using non-standard metals for use in ESPA and ESPA Grande-class satellites. The propulsion systems of Dawn Aerospace use self-pressurizing propellants, eliminating the need for helium pressurants and propellant management devices. This allows for flexible, custom tank designs without additional systems, making Dawn’s propulsion systems simpler, faster to manufacture, and more cost-effective. This flexibility enables Dawn to accommodate various customer needs. The project contributes to the objectives of the Dutch space policy in the NSO roadmap for satellite systems and aligns with ESA’s goals.
19 November 2024
The 2024 edition of TO2MORROW magazine on behalf of the TO2 federation is available from today. With this joint impact report, the applied research organisations (TO2) Deltares, MARIN, NLR, TNO and WUR show in an accessible way how they ensure that their work can make a positive contribution to our society.
