Platform System Design

NLR has a long track record in aircraft multidisciplinary design and optimisation, compiled from collaborations with international industrial and research partners. Our expertise includes conceptual design and sizing methodologies for conventional and hybrid-electric propelled aircraft, as well as corresponding efficient and integrated tooling, such as MUCH – a multidisciplinary conceptual design platform for hybrid electric […]

NLR has a long term expertise in aircraft performance modelling and simulation, following a multidisciplinary approach that combines knowledge from various fields to provide comprehensive insights. Through active collaboration with European research and industrial partners in relevant research projects, we have developed and continuously improved our methods for energy performance analysis of novel aircraft. Our […]

NLR offers a comprehensive range of capabilities to support the analysis and testing of structural elements and structures subjected to acoustic loads. Our expertise includes fast analytical and accurate numerical methods to predict resonant frequencies, as well as methods to determine the acoustic load on your structure. We also have the capability to manufacture steel […]

NLR can help optimise the aerodynamics of a ship’s superstructure to reduce exhaust gas nuisance above the flight deck, ensuring a safer and more efficient operating environment. We can also support the integration of air operations early in the ship design phase, ensuring optimal operational capabilities on small vessels or frigates, while prioritising flight safety. […]

NLR can support the development of innovative Airborne Wind Energy (AWE) concepts through design and product development, as well as advanced analysis and optimisation of wind energy system behaviour. We also offer expertise in structural design of lightweight components, material selection for high-load long-endurance components, and evaluation of wind energy systems under off-design conditions. Additionally, […]

NLR can help you achieve better aircraft component design in less time and at lower costs. Our expertise enables product improvement, weight reduction, and minimisation of production and maintenance costs, while ensuring compliance with environmental constraints. We focus on optimising critical components such as wings, control surfaces like flaps and tail planes, structural parts, fuselage […]