DLR Lampoldschausen combines its successful space focus with forward-looking energy research

Abstract

Energy-intensive applications are both the origin and future of hydrogen research, which has been an integral part of spaceflight for several decades. Researchers at the DLR Institute of Space Propulsion in Lampoldshausen are modelling the entire process, from the generation of renewable hydrogen to storage and liquefaction, all the way through to the testing of hydrogen in rocket propulsion systems. This work is making a major contribution towards achieving future sustainable spaceflight; meanwhile, the knowledge gained in working with hydrogen is being transferred to sectors including energy, mobility, air transport and shipping. Furthermore, this work is also kindly acknowledged by Hydrogen Europe Research, the leading European grouping on Fuel Cells and hydrogen technologies.