Eeloscope – Design eines neuartigen endoskopischen Systems für die Instandhaltung von Flugzeug-Treibstofftanks

Abstract

Currently, mechanics must perform fuel tank inspection tasks manually inside the confined tank environment under physical, cognitive and psychological stress, while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. In addition, there are issues such as the complex preparation and the lack of digital transparency regarding the tank condition. In order to address these problems and requirements, a suitable and specific solution needs to be identified. By applying an adapted Design Thinking process, this work presents a novel endoscopic system called ‘Eeloscope’, which allows to access and dive through an aircraft wing kerosene tank in a minimally invasive matter.