Following our earlier announcement on the University of Patras’ prominent role at the 8th International Conference of Engineering Against Failure (ICEAF VIII), we are pleased to share that LH2CRAFT-related research was successfully presented during the conference, held from 22nd to 25th of June 2025 in Kalamata, Greece.
The University of Patras, a key partner in the LH2CRAFT consortium, made a substantial contribution to this internationally recognised forum by showcasing ongoing work under Task 6.2 and Task 2.3 of the project. The conference brought together experts in materials science, mechanical engineering, and sustainability, providing a valuable platform for sharing knowledge and driving innovation in failure prevention and sustainable design.
Three oral presentations and one poster session delivered by members of the University of Patras generated significant interest and engagement from the academic and engineering communities.
Task 6.2: Design of Cryogenic Testing Systems
Presentations on the simulation and analysis of the chill-down process and the design approach for a large-scale cryostat were delivered by Prof. Angelos Filippatos, Mr. Athanasios Gkesoulis, Mr. Vasileios Lazaridis, Mr. Thomas Kalampoukas, Dr. Anastasios Zavos, and Mr. C. Stergiou. These contributions captured the attention of technical audiences interested in the challenges of cryogenic infrastructure and demonstrated the LH2CRAFT project’s advanced methodologies in testing systems for hydrogen storage technologies.
Task 2.3: Thermomechanical and Sustainability Assessment
As part of Task 2.3, the session on LNG and LH₂ membrane tank systems—presented by Mr. Thomas Kalampoukas, Dr. Dionysios Markatos, Dr. Anastasios Zavos, and Prof. Angelos Filippatos—highlighted the thermomechanical considerations influencing material selection and tank integrity under extreme cryogenic conditions.
This effort was further complemented by a poster presentation, also carried out within the scope of Task 2.3, which focused on the sustainability-driven evaluation of insulation materials for maritime fuel storage. The poster was delivered by Mr. Thomas Kalampoukas, Dr. Dionysios Markatos, and Prof. Angelos Filippatos.
These sessions not only detailed the technical progress achieved by the University of Patras but also encouraged meaningful dialogue among conference participants. The engagement that followed underscored the relevance and innovative scope of LH2CRAFT’s contributions to sustainable hydrogen-based maritime solutions.
The conference provided a high-impact platform for disseminating the project’s achievements and reinforcing its visibility within the engineering and hydrogen research communities. The discussions that emerged from these presentations reflect the pioneering nature of LH2CRAFT and its commitment to rigorous, future-oriented design practices in support of the EU’s zero-emission maritime goals.
As the project progresses, the knowledge exchanged at ICEAF will continue to inform the development of robust, safe, and scalable hydrogen storage systems for next-generation vessels.
