Bastian Schaefer: A 3D-printed jumbo jet?
Future Vision and Aviation Sustainability
The speaker discusses the concept of predicting the future, emphasizing the importance of creating a vision rather than making accurate predictions. He presents historical visions of the future and transitions to discussing a sustainable aviation vision developed with Airbus.
Predicting the Future
- Creating a vision of the future is essential as we cannot predict it accurately.
Historical Visions vs. Reality
- Early 20th-century visions, like an ocean plane for quick transatlantic travel, did not materialize.
Sustainable Aviation Vision
- Collaborating with Airbus, a sustainable aviation vision was created focusing on social, environmental, and economic values.
Disruptive Structure Design and Future Customers
The speaker delves into disruptive structure design inspired by natural bone structures and addresses evolving customer needs in aviation, particularly related to demographics and health promotion.
Disruptive Structure Design
- A disruptive structure mimicking bone design was created for exploring ideas about the future.
Future Customer Demands
- Addressing diverse customer groups such as old, young, women, and changing anthropometrics.
Innovative Technology Integration in Aircraft Design
The discussion shifts towards integrating innovative technologies into aircraft design to meet evolving passenger needs while enhancing sustainability.
Technological Integration
- Incorporating man-machine interfaces for enhanced passenger experience.
Material Innovation
- Exploring new materials integration like synthetic biology for structural advancements.
Nature-Inspired Design Approaches in Aviation
Nature-inspired design approaches are highlighted as key to reducing weight in aircraft through innovative methods like carbon nanotubes.
Weight Reduction Strategies
- Utilizing nature's building principles to reduce weight through innovative design processes.
Carbon Nanotubes Application
- Implementing carbon nanotubes within a matrix for lightweight yet strong structures.