OVERLEAF webinars share composite LH2 innovations, results

Source | OVERLEAF webinar #3

The OVERLEAF project, initiated to develop a game-changing fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite liquid hydrogen (LH2) storage tank for future aviation, is reaching its conclusion. As the final stage is approached, the project team, comprised of academic and industrial partners, has shared some of their most significant innovations and results through a series of three webinars.

Learn more about the OVERLEAF project and its objectives.

These webinars explore life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology with Professor Angela Daniela La Rosa from NTNU, delve into optical hydrogen sensor solutions developed by the TU Delft team and conclude with an in-depth presentation of OVERLEAF’s innovations in cryogenic-ready 3D printing and materials for the project’s inner tank, presented by partners Canoe, Aimen, the University of Girona and ICSI. 

Webinar #1: Life cycle assessment for sustainable development

The first webinar addresses the essential methodology of LCA for evaluating the environmental impacts of products, processes and services across their entire life cycle, from raw material extraction to end of life (cradle to grave). It demonstrates how LCA supports the identification of sustainable strategies by assessing environmental benefits and trade-offs in material selection and processing.

Basic principles of LCA are introduced, supported by practical examples from OVERLEAF project activities. Lab-scale LCA is showcased as a powerful tool for the eco-design of innovative products, especially for guiding improvements in early stage technology development.