NLR research reports and publications
We publish our research findings in reports, some of which are publicly available. The NLR Reports Repository contains public reports, known as Technical Publications (TP), dating from 1996 to the present. Other types of NLR reports are Contract Reports (CR) and Technical Reports (TR), which are generally not public. However, a request can be submitted. In some cases, permission may be granted, depending on specific properties and the client of the report.
We have highlighted some of our reports here. Please visit the NLR Repository for a complete overview. For more information or further questions about a report or to inquire about a specific report, please contact us by email us at info@nlr.nl.
Reports in the spotlight:
Destination 2050
Destination 2050 focuses on the future of the aviation sector in Europe. The purpose of the report is to present a vision for a sustainable and competitive aviation sector by 2050. The report examines the current challenges and opportunities, and presents a number of recommendations to help the aviation sector achieve its sustainability goals.
Full scale aircraft structural optimisation for electric flight concepts
Electric aircraft require large battery packs, which increases the structural load. This research optimises the design of a battery-powered ATR 42-600, and demonstrates an innovative design that has the potential to reduce weight and environmental impact. Further research is needed to translate findings into actual design.
Effect analysis of the new airspace design
NLR has investigated the effects of the Draft Design for the new airspace layout above the Netherlands on noise pollution and CO2 and nitrogen emissions. The changes to the airspace layout will impact how aircraft fly over the Netherlands in the future and how they approach and depart from Dutch airports. This is a public summary of the results.
Language: Dutch
Effectanalyse nieuwe luchtruimindeling: Publiekssamenvatting – NLR Repository, 2025
Exploring large scale additive manufacturing
Large-Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) is transforming tooling production, offering enhanced efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and design flexibility. LSAM’s large-scale capabilities are opening new possibilities, surpassing other additive manufacturing methods. NLR is investigating LSAM in the aerospace sector to overcome challenges and deliver high-quality results, with a focus on carbon-reinforced high-performance thermoplastics.
Cold testing has become hot: hydrogen applications
NLR has developed advanced cooling systems for material and structural testing, from -55°C to -253°C. Future goals include testing full-scale hydrogen tanks and fuel systems, crucial for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and highlighting the vital role of cold testing technology in the aerospace industry.
