RECOMPILE – Redundant Composite Structures for Aircrafts
The RECOMPILE project advances the automation of Finite Element modeling, design and development processes for complex redundant composite structures, targeting a transformative approach in aerospace applications.
Project Partners
Kasaero GmbH, Fraunhofer IGCV
Duration
01.05.2024 – 31.07.2027
Funding authority
Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action of Germany (BMWK)
Motivation
The RECOMPILE project is dedicated to advancing environmentally sustainable aviation by focusing on the development of innovative design methods for redundant composite structures. Through the use of automated finite element models, RECOMPILE enables the creation of numerically optimized designs that prioritize structural efficiency and material reduction. By optimizing weight and improving design processes, the project directly contributes to lowering the environmental impact of aerospace applications. This approach supports the industry's transition to climate-neutral aircraft by facilitating the development of lighter, safer, and more sustainable structures, thereby accelerating certification and market entry for environmentally friendly aviation technologies.
Method
To support the development of next-generation aviation structures, the RECOMPILE project emphasizes the creation of advanced methodologies for designing redundant composite components. The role of TUM-LCC involves creating an automated finite element method (FEM) simulation environment, integrated with a graph-based design algorithm applied by project partners. This system enables the virtual evaluation of diverse geometry variants and supports rule-based component design. Precise material characterization is a key prerequisite, ensuring accurate inputs for the simulations. The framework's reliability is validated through the production of a demonstrator component, followed by mechanical testing. This comprehensive approach ensures that redundant composite structures meet safety and performance standards, driving the industry toward climate-neutral aviation.
Acknowledgement
The chair thankfully acknowledges the funding provided by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action of Germany (Funding code: 20X2209C).
Contact Persons
Zaid Al-Qadhi, M.Sc.; Dipl.-Ing. Thomas Wettemann