The scope of work is to develop technology for the manufacture of regeneratively cooled combustion chambers. Components made in this way are distinguished by their high efficiency, flexibility and reusability. Combustion chambers are key components and mastering innovative methods for their production will enable further development of rocket engines under development in Poland. In addition, the use of additive methods will allow for more flexibility during design and is ultimately expected to increase the efficiency of the overall structure. The main objective of the project is to gain insight into the mechanical properties, and in particular the fatigue properties, of additively manufactured CuCrZr alloy. The knowledge gained will increase competitiveness in the European market and fill a key knowledge gap in this area worldwide. The experience and skills developed will ultimately be used to produce combustion chambers cooled by regenerative hydrogen peroxide. This is an essential technology for ambitious exploration missions, using propulsion systems based on hydrogen peroxide, which is an environmentally friendly oxidiser for long-term storage.
Project coordinator: Aleksander Gorgeri
E-mail: aleksander.gorgeri@ilot.lukasiewicz.gov.pl
Project duration: 01.12-2025 – 31.08.2026
Funding institution: ESA – European Space Agency
