Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), hydrogen systems, and alternative propulsion — this research-oriented major explores the chemistry, lifecycle analysis, and integration of low-carbon energy carriers for aerospace.
To become a recognized student hub for sustainable propulsion research — where members critically assess SAF pathways, hydrogen combustion, and hybrid-electric concepts, contributing data and perspectives that bridge laboratory chemistry and real-world aviation.
—”from molecule to mission”
Enable members to master the technical and economic dimensions of sustainable aviation fuels through literature deep‑dives, small‑group research sprints, and a semester‑long integrative SAF project — all while building a collaborative culture rooted in technical rigour.
bi‑weekly deep dives — from ASTM SAF standards to recent papers on PtL (power‑to‑liquid) and HEFA pathways. Each session includes a critical review and discussion of sustainability metrics.
Teams of 2‑3 investigate a specific SAF feedstock, blend characteristic, or emissions trade‑off. Deliverables include a technical brief and a data visualisation for the major's wiki.
End‑of‑semester group project to model a realistic SAF adoption scenario for a regional aircraft: fuel blend, emissions reduction, cost, and infrastructure considerations. Presented at the research symposium.
Deep focus on Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) – from feedstock pathways (HEFA, FT, ATJ, PtL) to blend properties, emissions, and life‑cycle assessment.
All research activities this semester orbit Sustainable Aviation Fuels: characterisation, blending limits, compatibility with existing infrastructure, and well‑to‑wake analysis. Members engage with primary literature, industry roadmaps, and basic fuel chemistry.
Propulsion, Energy & Sustainability major – part of Aero Nova’s technical divisions. We investigate the future of aerospace energy: from alternative fuels to hydrogen and electrification. All backgrounds welcome; curiosity about chemistry/thermodynamics is key.
The major follows a thematic research cycle: each semester we focus on one energy carrier (SAFs, hydrogen, batteries, hybrid systems). This semester’s deep dive is Sustainable Aviation Fuels. Next semester: hydrogen combustion & fuel cells. We combine literature review, basic simulation, and industry connections.