National Center for Sustainable Remanufacturing and Repair in Aerospace
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | GKN Aerospace Sweden AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 1 000 000 |
| Project duration | November 2024 - October 2025 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | International cooperation |
| Call | Strengthened Swedish aeronautical research and innovation through international cooperation |
Important results from the project
The project has established strong national and international collaborations and produced a comprehensive feasibility and gap analysis of repair technologies for aerospace components. A first demonstrator using DED and TIG repair was build and evaluated, and the project generated new scientific insight into repair strategies, defect mitigation, and heat treatment of Ni-based superalloy. The results form a solid basis for follow-up projects aimed at sustainable remanufacturing in aviation sector.
Expected long term effects
The long-term impact of the project includes reduced environmental footprint through increased repair capability, improved competitiveness of the Swedish aerospace sector, and new opportunities for research and industrial innovation. The project strengthens Sweden’s position within sustainable manufacturing and lays the groundwork for a national centre for remanufacturing and repair, supported by continued international collaboration and technology development.
Approach and implementation
The project was carried out in 4 work packages. Activities included establishing international collaborations, performing a technical feasibility and gap analysis, developing a comprehensive technology development plan, and disseminating results through seminars and workshops. The work was executed jointly by GKN, HV, ISP, and international partners. The project delivered structured collaboration models, technical demonstrators, and a clear roadmap for future development and implementation.