Emerging Materials for Durable and Sustainable Design of Aeronautic Structures

• Tipo: Outra Publicação em Revista Científica Internacional
• Data: 2025

Autores

Carvalho, P (Autor) Outra; Aguiar-Branco, J (Autor) Outra; Rui Miranda Guedes (Autor) FEUP

Revista

Título: Materials

Vol. 18

Página Final: 4922

ISSN: 1996-1944

Editora: MDPI

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ID Authenticus: 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.

Idioma: Inglês

Tipo (Avaliação Docente): Científica

Nº de páginas: 34