WinSpace: Wet Winding Space-grade Cryogenic Hydrogen Tanks

Purpose and goal:

The WinSpace project aims to design, manufacture, and test a composite tank for storing cryogenic liquid hydrogen for aerospace applications. Hydrogen is a particularly attractive fuel for aviation as it provides about three times more energy per kg than jet fuel and other conventional fossil fuels.

Expected results and effects:

The WinSpace project is expected to meet the standard protocols and regulations in design, production, life in service, and end-of-life management of the product manufactured. WinSpace will also advance manufacturing processes, enhancing cost-effectiveness and stability. By addressing commercial aviation and establishing a robust value chain, WinSpace is aligned with the mission of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), the EU Green Deal, and Horizon Europe.

Approach and implementation:

WinSpace will officially start on 2024-11-01 and last 24 months, closing on 2026-10-31. The project has seven work packages (WP), each with Tasks (T), Deliverables (D) and Milestones (M). SSAC is the Project Coordinator/Project Leader. The respective partners will implement the actual research work and complementary training for development and implementation.