Aviation Thermal Applications

Address weight challenges and meet rapid development timelines with AM heat exchangers.

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Advanced Air Mobility

In advanced air mobility, thermal management is crucial for optimising performance and range. It regulates temperatures in electric and hybrid aircraft systems, ensuring efficient energy use while protecting sensitive components during urban operations and varying flight conditions.

Next Generation Propulsion

Thermal systems in next-generation propulsion technologies are designed to enhance efficiency and performance. They manage heat in innovative powertrains, including electric and hybrid designs, ensuring optimal functioning under extreme operational conditions while minimising environmental impact.

Commercial Aviation

In commercial aviation, effective thermal management is essential for passenger comfort and aircraft efficiency. It regulates cabin temperatures, manages engine heat, and protects critical components, enhancing overall performance and safety during flights across diverse climates.

Features

High thermal efficiency

Boosts aircraft performance through superior heat dissipation.

 

Aerodynamic integration

Designed to seamlessly fit within airframes for enhanced fuel efficiency.

 

Durability

Built to endure high-pressure, high-altitude conditions.

 

Weight reduction

Lightweight construction supports fuel economy and payload maximization.

 

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Macro Heatsink Heat Exchange

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Charge Air Cooler

Conflux's additive manufacturing and metal 3D printing technology erase traditional design barriers, allowing us to bring geometrically complex and performance-optimized recuperator designs to life—ultimately resulting in longer-range and higher-payload aircraft. We’re excited to be working with Conflux’s team to redefine the capabilities of VTOL UAS systems.

James Dorris Co-Founder and CEO, Odys Aviation

Working With Conflux

Partner with Conflux for a streamlined approach to advanced heat exchange solutions. Our process is designed to guide you from concept to optimised, high-performance outcomes.

1.
Feasibility

We begin by evaluating whether an additive manufacturing heat exchanger (AM HX) will meet your thermal performance needs. Through a rough design and preliminary simulation, we provide insights into the potential success of integrating the heat exchanger into your platform, helping you make an informed decision before committing to full-scale development.

2.
Proof of Concepts

We create a working design backed by detailed simulations and deliver a physical part. We also offer recommendations for testing the prototype to ensure it meets your operational needs. If required, we adjust the quantity of parts to suit the needs of your project.

3.
Optimisation & Verification

We work closely with you to refine the heat exchanger design, focusing on how it will seamlessly integrate with your platform. This iterative process includes performance optimisation and operational testing to ensure the part functions as intended in real-world conditions. The goal is to achieve final design approval through collaborative, hands-on development.

4.
Qualification

We ensure your heat exchanger meets industry qualification standards, including those related to our additive manufacturing processes. This phase focuses on producing a functional part and verifying the manufacturing process, with all requirements typically driven by your specific industry standards, ensuring readiness for production.