Aerospace

Each industry requires differentiated cooling solutions tailored to the specific application. With us, you not only have the option to configure the optimal solution for your product but also gain a competent partner in thermal management.

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Aerospace Industry

The aerospace industry is one of the most technologically demanding sectors in the world. It encompasses civilian and military aircraft, satellites, spacecraft, as well as communication and navigation systems. Electronics play a central role in all these areas, whether for control, communication, navigation, or monitoring. These electronic systems, which must operate under extreme conditions such as high temperatures, low pressures, and intense vibrations, generate significant amounts of heat during operation. Efficient electronics cooling is therefore essential to protect systems from overheating and ensure their performance.

In aerospace applications, cooling technologies are used to protect sensitive onboard electronics and power electronics, such as radar or communication systems. The cooling systems must be particularly lightweight and compact to meet the industry's stringent weight requirements while also operating with extreme reliability. Advanced liquid cooling systems are frequently employed to efficiently dissipate heat. Additionally, passive cooling systems, such as heat pipes, are used to rapidly distribute and remove heat, particularly in confined areas where active airflow is not possible.

In space applications, the cooling requirements are even more demanding since systems operate in a vacuum where convection is not possible. Special heat exchange systems and radiation-based cooling methods are required to safely dissipate heat. Electronics cooling in aerospace is critical to ensure the safety and reliability of systems while meeting the high performance and weight requirements.

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