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Projects

Cranfield Hydrogen Integration Incubator (CH2i)
The UK's first large-scale hydrogen research hub integrated with an operational airport, aiming to tackle complex technical challenges in hydrogen production, storage, and distribution for aviation.
operational 1 mention
Hydrogen Integration Research Centre (HIRC)
A facility at Cranfield University dedicated to research on hydrogen engines, fuel systems, and storage, with separate test sites for gaseous and liquid hydrogen.
operational 1 mention
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Facilities

Cranfield Airport
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Hydrogen Integration Research Centre (HIRC)
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On-campus electrolyzer and liquefaction plant
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Research studies

Emissions profiling for hydrogen-powered GSE
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Hydrogen fuel system modelling, performance assessment, and dynamic behavior analysis
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Hydrogen Integration Incubator (CH2i)
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Often mentioned with · Technologies

Green Hydrogen
Hydrogen produced from renewable electricity sources, considered a critical component for hydrogen's long-term credibility as a clean fuel.
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Flex Fuel Engine
An advanced combustion engine technology developed at University of Nottingham that can run on either hydrogen or ammonia.
1 mention
Liquid hydrogen gas turbine fuel systems
Fuel systems designed to control and manage liquid hydrogen as a fuel source for aircraft jet engines, replacing conventional fossil fuels.
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Often mentioned with · Projects

Hydrogen Integration Research Centre (HIRC)
A facility at Cranfield University dedicated to research on hydrogen engines, fuel systems, and storage, with separate test sites for gaseous and liquid hydrogen.
operational 1 mention
FETCH (Future Engine Technology for the Control of Hydrogen)
A research initiative focused on the development of hydrogen fuel controls for aircraft jet engines, advancing technologies from current low-TRL (Technology Readiness Level) status to enable hydrogen-powered commercial aviation.
under construction 1 mention
Airbus A320 Fuel Cell Test Program
Airbus is conducting tests on a 90-kilowatt hydrogen fuel cell system integrated into an A320 aircraft to determine how fuel cells can reduce fuel consumption and environmental impact in commercial aviation.
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Often mentioned with · Facilities

Cranfield Airport
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Exeter Airport
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Hydrogen Integration Research Centre (HIRC)
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HY4 aircraft
A four-seater hydrogen-fuelled aircraft that completed its inaugural flight in 2016.
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Low-cost, low-carbon hydrogen production solutions
Aurora Hydrogen, co-founded by Professor Murray Thomson, develops low-cost, low-carbon hydrogen production technologies.
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HyQube 350
A mobile refueling platform designed to swiftly charge ground support equipment with green hydrogen.
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Often mentioned with · People

Professor Martin Freer
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Ed Syson
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Gerry Wilkinson
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Often mentioned with · Research studies

Hydrogen fuel system modelling, performance assessment, and dynamic behavior analysis
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Hydrogen Integration Incubator (CH2i)
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Hydrogen-electric fuel cell propulsion system development
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In the news (10)

Hydrogen Fuel Cells Advance Zero-Emission Ground Support at Exeter Airport
Partnered on the Zero Carbon Turn project, published the technical report authored by Dr. Thomas Budd, Associate Professor of Airport Decarbonisation. Supports hydrogen aviation readiness through research and trials.[1]
Keele’s HyDEX Programme Wins Top Knowledge Exchange Award
One of seven Midlands Innovation universities participating in HyDEX. Cranfield is focused on innovative bulk hydrogen production, including Sorbent Enhanced Steam Reforming and methane cracking.
Exeter Airport Powers First UK Hydrogen Aircraft Turnaround with Fuel Cell Technology
Provided emissions profiling for the trial and audited the emissions reduction potential.
Inside Cranfield University's Groundbreaking Hydrogen Aviation Hub
Cranfield University is a leading institution in aerospace research and has launched the Cranfield Hydrogen Integration Incubator (CH2i) to advance hydrogen technology in aviation.
MCG and H2Terminals Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Green Hydrogen Supply Chain
MCG's involvement with Cranfield University's Hydrogen Integration Incubator (CH2i) complements the new partnership with H2Terminals.
Researchers collaborate with Moog Aircraft to develop cutting-edge hydrogen aviation technologies
Public research university that joined the project to provide expertise in modelling, performance assessment, and dynamic behavior of hydrogen fuel systems for aviation.
Professors Spearhead Global Hydrogen Production Technologies Center
UK research institution with a professor serving as one of four national leads of the Global HyPT Center.
Britten-Norman and Cranfield Aerospace Solutions to merge and create zero-emissions aircraft
The university from which Cranfield Aerospace Solutions was created.
Hydrogen fuel offers clean energy through good business
Professor Upul Wijayantha from Cranfield University collaborated with researchers from Loughborough University on research into Africa's opportunities in clean energy.
Successful hydrogen fuel passenger plane flight brings emission-free air travel closer
Cranfield University owns Cranfield Airport, where ZeroAvia has its research and development site and where the maiden flight of the hydrogen-powered plane took place.

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