Emerging Materials for Durable and Sustainable Design of Aeronautic Structures

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2025

Authors

Carvalho, P (Author) Other; Aguiar-Branco, J (Author) Other; Rui Miranda Guedes (Author) FEUP

Journal

Title: Materials

Vol. 18

Final page: 4922

ISSN: 1996-1944

Publisher: MDPI

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Authenticus ID: P-01A-D2S

DOI: 10.3390/ma18214922

Abstract (EN): Sustainable and durable materials are in increasing demand as the aerospace sector seeks to reduce its environmental footprint while enhancing performance and safety. Biocomposites, recycled materials, nanomaterials, and advanced composites are being explored as alternatives to conventional aircraft materials. This work analyses the available options by comparing the mechanical properties, environmental impact, and lifecycle costs of these materials, as well as the associated manufacturing and implementation challenges. There are a few examples of next-generation materials being used in the aircraft industry. Furthermore, regulatory and technical barriers to implementation emphasize the importance of certification processes and scalability considerations. The final part explores the next generation of recyclable and sustainable composite materials, which could potentially reduce the aerospace sector's impact on greenhouse gas emissions. These comprise future research pathways in advanced aerospace materials that will help lead the industry towards sustainability.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 34