Melrose Industries PLC’s GKN Aerospace is nearing critical milestones in its #H2Gear hydrogen-powered electric-aircraft powertrain research and technology project after overcoming supply chain issues that held up development of its demonstration electric motor.
GKN Aerospace is making strides in the development of its 1MW hydrogen-electric powertrain under the H2GEAR program, despite experiencing delays caused by supply chain issues related to its cryogenic electric motor. The project’s completion, initially slated for 2025, is now expected in 2026.
The CTO of GKN Aerospace highlighted that while the project is advancing well, securing the necessary components for the cryogenic demonstrator motor has been challenging. This has led to a shift towards in-house production, unexpectedly enhancing the project’s value by integrating unique intellectual property from across the company.
The demonstrator motor, with a power output in the hundreds of kilowatts, is currently being assembled at GKN’s Global Technology Centre in Bristol. Evaluations at the University of Bath’s IAAPS propulsion research facility will soon confirm if the motor and electrical network have achieved a technology readiness level (TRL) 4.
GKN Aerospace is also examining design concepts for 19, 46, and 96-seat aircraft powered by hydrogen fuel cells, assessing the real-world applications and limitations of their systems. These efforts underscore GKN’s commitment to leading in sustainable aviation propulsion technologies.
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