COLOGNE, Germany - The Digital Hangar, accessible at digital-hangar.de, is an interactive online platform developed by the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) to showcase and explore future aircraft concepts. Users can view designs, download data, and gain insights into the future of aviation. According to DLR, companies, start-ups, and researchers in the aviation industry can leverage this data for collaboration or to advance their own design innovations.
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25 April 2025 - "We want to use our knowledge to rapidly advance climate-compatible aviation – an important industry in Europe. DLR can act as a bridge between research, small and medium-sized enterprises and industry, and so we are making our expertise available in the knowledge that together we can really make a difference," says Björn Nagel, Head of the DLR Institute of System Architectures in Aeronautics.
The Digital Hangar currently features seven aircraft models with ranges from 600 to 4,630 km and capacities of 9 to 250 passengers, using various fuels including hydrogen and synthetic kerosene. Key specifications are displayed in an easy-to-compare card format with additional details and 3D models for in-depth exploration. Many aircraft originate from DLR’s EXACT project, a major initiative focused on sustainable, commercially viable aviation. Notable concepts include the DLR-F25, a medium-haul aircraft with folding wingtips and synthetic fuel capability, serving as a reference for climate-friendly technologies. The D150-BWB model features a unique blended wing body design, offering aerodynamic and acoustic benefits, though it presents challenges in passenger comfort and design integration. The Digital Hangar fosters innovation by integrating scientific research into aircraft development.
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