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While Airbus has lengthened the runway for the launch of its fascinating hydrogen-powered plane<\/a> project, partners involved with the work continue to advance the technology<\/a> needed to make the vision a reality.\u00a0<\/p>\n

At issue is the company’s ZEROe program, an effort by Airbus to bring a cleaner-fuel aircraft to market within a decade. But Reuters<\/a> and Sustainability Magazine<\/a> reported that the plane maker has extended the timeline until the late 2040s because the hydrogen economy needed for development isn’t ready.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Regardless, project partner Conflux Technology has released details about a 3D-printed heat exchanger that’s required for fuel cell thermal regulation, according to a news release<\/a> and Interesting Engineering<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It’s a lightweight, high-performance part geared for the rigors of flight propulsion, Conflux added.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“Thermal management is a core enabler for hydrogen propulsion, and our expertise is helping to advance this technology<\/a> from lab to flight,” CEO Michael Fuller said.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Fuel cells are intriguing because they convert hydrogen into energy without producing heat-trapping air pollution. They work<\/a> sort of like batteries but run on hydrogen instead of a charge. The Department of Energy reported<\/a> that cost, performance, and durability have been challenges for the tech.\u00a0<\/p>\n


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And hydrogen isn’t without pollution. The most common way to make the gas uses dirty fuels, according<\/a> to the Energy Information Administration. Electrolysis is a cleaner method that uses electricity. The Sierra Club only supports<\/a> hydrogen made the latter way. Hydrogen can also be combusted, but it emits harmful<\/a> nitrogen oxide when burned, the club noted<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The cleanest scenario is renewable-powered electrolysis, producing hydrogen that’s used in a fuel cell. Yachts<\/a> and race cars<\/a> are among the vehicles already powered with the tech.\u00a0<\/p>\n

IE reported that Airbus has cut its program’s funding by 25% though it remains committed to developing hydrogen. ZEROe was launched in 2020, and Airbus has a robust page of information describing the plan.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“Hydrogen has the potential to play a crucial role in decarbonizing aviation in the long term,” per<\/a> the company website.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The cleanest form of hydrogen and its use could be a powerful substitute for dirty fuels if successfully commercialized. The continued burning of nonrenewables is contributing to planetary warming that’s impacting oceans<\/a> and other ecosystems. NASA linked<\/a> overheating to increased risks for severe droughts, heat waves, and storms<\/a>. The extreme weather<\/a> is causing uncertainty in the insurance business<\/a>, and increased premiums<\/a> are part of the fallout.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Electric vehicles<\/a> are a great switch, with each preventing thousands of pounds of air pollution when compared to a gas vehicle, according<\/a> to the Department of Energy. Certain states offer perks<\/a> for buying and charging EVs. And drivers save up to $1,500 a year<\/a> in gas and service costs annually.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Smarter driving<\/a> can reduce tailpipe exhaust in any vehicle, as well. Simply cutting idling and leveraging Google Maps’ eco-friendly driving option fosters efficient, money-saving<\/a> travel.\u00a0<\/p>\n

As for flight, Sustainability Magazine reported that aviation accounts for “2.5% of global energy-related CO2 emissions” annually.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When Airbus’ hydrogen plane finally takes off, it could be a big step toward cleaner flights. And Conflux’s heat exchanger is part of the solution. The release stated that it’s being evaluated for integration into the plane.<\/p>\n

“Our work with Airbus marks a significant step forward in the application of additive manufacturing to sustainable aviation,” Fuller said<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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