Who is the client?
IAI
Development of a technological prototype for a dedicated cryogenic tank for storing and releasing liquid hydrogen at a controlled rate.
The tank’s purpose is to extend the duration of electric aircraft flights
A technological demonstrator for a cryogenic tank
Energy systems
Who is the client?
IAI
What did the process entail?
• System specification and engineering
• Performing thermodynamic calculations
• Concept development
• Mechanical and thermodynamic design and vacuum technologies
• Prototyping
• Testing and optimization
Challenge
• Holding hydrogen in a liquid state (minus 253 degrees) for a maximum time.
• Calculations for controlled release of hydrogen depending on the application.
• Work with cryogenic liquids
