HERA Takes the Stage at the 14th EASN International Conference 2024 | October 2024
HERA partners showcased their groundbreaking research at the 14th EASN - European Aeronautics Science Network International Conference this October! This prestigious event brought together leading minds in aeronautics to share innovative ideas and drive the future of sustainable aviation.
HERA's contribution was featured in the session EcoDesign in Clean Aviation on October 10. The presentation, titled "Organizational Activities in Preparation of LCA and LCC Estimation in the Framework of HERA Project", highlighted the project’s strides in integrating Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life Cycle Cost (LCC) methodologies to advance eco-design in aviation. The paper is authored by experts Marco Fioriti (Politecnico di Torino), Deborah Neumann De la Cruz (Airbus Defence and Space), and Thomas Reichert (Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft).
HERA Annual Review Meeting 2024: Paving the Way for Clean Aviation
The HERA consortium convened for its second annual review meeting on October 17, 2024, in Brussels, marking another pivotal moment in the project’s journey towards advancing clean aviation. The meeting brought together all partners to engage in open and constructive discussions, addressing critical challenges and aligning strategies to ensure the program stays on course for success. These discussions were essential in fine-tuning the project’s approach and solidifying the steps ahead to maintain momentum.
A standout highlight of the event was the ongoing collaboration with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). EASA's continued partnership with the consortium is a testament to the growing strength of our efforts and the shared vision to accelerate the transition to sustainable aviation. This collaboration plays a vital role in ensuring that the project's innovations not only meet environmental goals but also adhere to the highest safety and regulatory standards, reinforcing the commitment to a greener, more sustainable future for aviation.
Thomas Wagenaar Presents Groundbreaking Research at DLRK 2024 Conference | November 2024
At the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Luft- und Raumfahrt - Lilienthal-Oberth e.V. (DGLR) conference, held in Hamburg on October 1, Thomas Wagenaar, Flight Physics Capabilities Developer at Airbus Defence and Space, delivered a pioneering presentation on the use of Generative Aerodynamic Design with Diffusion Probabilistic Models. This research explores innovative methodologies for aerodynamic design, utilizing probabilistic models to push the boundaries of design efficiency and performance in the aerospace sector.
The presentation, titled "Generative Aerodynamic Design with Diffusion Probabilistic Models," highlights the collaboration between Thomas Wagenaar and Simone M., and their groundbreaking work on enhancing design processes. Their research explores the potential of these models to revolutionize the way aircraft are conceived, enabling more efficient and sustainable designs for the future of aviation.
For a deeper dive into the research and its implications for the aerospace industry, read the full article here.
HERA Video Series, Season 1: "Meet the Researchers" – Episode 2 is Live | December 2024
We are excited to announce the release of Episode 2 in our HERA video series, Season 1: "Meet the Researchers." In this episode, Hubert Roman Wasik Andreasik from Aernnova Aerospace takes us through the important work being done within the HERA project. Hubert shares valuable insights into Aernnova's role in shaping the future of aviation by focusing on the development of a more responsible aircraft—one that’s designed with sustainability in mind and is poised for entry into service by 2035.
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