Advanced structural batteries for next-generation hybrid electric aircraft
The EU-funded SOLIFLY project will respond to the European call for high power density/multifunctional electrical storage solutions for aeronautic applications by working on an innovative battery concept. In particular, the new batteries will feature multifunctional materials with a high degree of integration (coated carbon fibres) and multifunctional elements with a medium degree of integration (reinforced multilayer stacks). SOLIFLY aims to deliver the first aeronautic stiffened panel with an integrated semi-solid-state lithium-ion battery. Project work will pave the way for making structural batteries a viable technology for next-generation hybrid electric passenger aircraft.