Understanding and quantifying uncertainties (UQ) in aviation structures is crucial for assessing risk and ensuring safety. UPBEAT will develop innovative UQ methods and tools to support the creation of safer and more advanced aircraft structures and engines, while minimizing uncertainties throughout the product and engineering lifecycles.

The project focuses on metal-composite hybrid aerospace engine parts that are lighter, more durable, and cost-effective. Innovative design solutions for hybrid interfaces can be achieved using metal additive manufacturing (AM) bonded with carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP). Advanced models of materials and processes will be developed using sophisticated in-situ and ex-situ monitoring and metrology.