US engineers reveal world’s first hydrogen system to fuel and cool future jets
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Engineers have developed a groundbreaking liquid hydrogen system for aircraft that combines fuel storage, cooling, and delivery in one efficient design. The system optimizes hydrogen use for both power and cooling, achieving a 62% usable fuel ratio. This innovation could make zero-emission, hydrogen-powered flight a practical reality, addressing aviation's growing climate impact. The pump-free design uses tank pressure to regulate hydrogen flow, meeting high power demands during critical flight phases.
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