To remain competitive in the long term, the German aviation industry must respond to the growing demand for low-emission and, ultimately, zero-emission propulsion systems. Cryogenic hydrogen as an energy carrier, in combination with turbine- or fuel cell-based propulsion systems, represents a promising solution in this regard. In addition to suitable propulsion systems, the efficient and weight-optimized storage of liquid hydrogen (LH₂) plays a key role. More…
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X-Stör
The X-Stör project is developing a modular, multisensor inline detection platform that supplements the existing WasteAnt technology with X-ray transmission (XRT). By combining XRT, RGB, and 3D profile data, the platform aims to detect concealed contaminants and hazardous substances more reliably and provide additional information on material, density, and calorific value to ensure safe and stable plant operation. More…
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CryoMet
The overarching goal of CryoMet is to provide technical solutions for materials, processes, testing, and fire protection, as well as the necessary evaluation
and documentation for flight testing of the liquid hydrogen propulsion system.
These technical solutions are mandatory prerequisites for obtaining aviation regulatory approval for the flight test. More… -
OntOMat
OntOMat is developing a harmonized ontology and a knowledge
graph for fiber-reinforced materials and their manufacturing processes. The goal is to create a
machine-readable, cross-scale database that links real measurement data,
process information, and simulation models. In the FIBRE subproject
roMBoMat, X-ray-based 3D image and analysis data for the SMC material class are generated for this purpose and converted into the ontological description. More… -
FOR3022
The goal of the FOR3022 research group is to develop a system based on guided ultrasonic waves (GUW) for monitoring the structural condition of fiber-metal laminates (FML) with integrated sensors. As part of the FOR3022 project, the Fiber Institute is investigating the propagation of GUW under the influence of internal (residual stress, MVF) and external (temperature) conditions. Furthermore, a temperature compensation method is being developed that will enable damage detection using GUW at all relevant temperatures. More…
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HempTuft
The project “HempTuft — Sustainable, Recyclable Textile Carpets Made from Natural Plant Fibers” (CORNET, FKZ: 01IF00406C) has been carried out since July 1, 2025, by the Faserinstitut Bremen e.V. in collaboration with the Institute for Floor Systems at RWTH Aachen e.V. (TFI), Aachen, Germany, and the Technical University of Liberec (TUL), Liberec, Czech Republic, under the coordination of the Forschungskuratorium Textil e.V. (FKT), Berlin, Germany, and Klastr technické textilie, z.s. (CLUTEX), Liberec, Czech Republic, has been conducting research on the development of fully recyclable carpet flooring based on natural fibers and biopolymers.
Compared to conventional textile floor coverings, the floor covering to be developed is intended to have a lower environmental impact and enable high-quality fiber-to-fiber recycling. This innovative product is designed to improve the recyclability of natural-fiber-based textile floor coverings and ensure the use of regionally available materials in order to secure the supply of raw materials and prevent the release of harmful microplastics. To achieve this, a bast fiber-based textile flooring product is being developed according to the “design for recycling” principle.
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Ufomesche
The “Ufomesche” research project focuses on developing environmentally friendly and functionally optimized menstrual underwear. To replace fossil-based, petrochemical plastics such as polyester, sustainable bioplastics, bio-based fibers, and natural fibers are being investigated as raw materials. In addition, a new, standards-compliant method for testing the menstrual process is being developed to ensure the optimal textile structure for an improved feeling of dryness and greater user acceptance. More…
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StichSchutzGuss
The international security situation is becoming increasingly unstable, and attacks on security and emergency response personnel are steadily on the rise. As a result, the demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) is growing. Many stab-resistant vests and tops available on the market—which come in various designs and protection classes—are often non-breathable, heavy, and, in some cases, severely restrict the wearer’s freedom of movement due to the added protective elements such as plates or multi-layer constructions. Lightweight and hybrid materials, combined with new technologies, offer great potential in this area. Instead of the rigid, preformed protective plates that have traditionally been positioned across the entire surface, bio-inspired overlapping structures made of fiber-reinforced composites can be used. More…