September 01, 2025

Lightweight Cold Plate Development for Next Gen Aviation Thermal Applications

Conflux’s design approach to cold plates built by additive manufacturing. aerospace

Lightweight Cold Plate Innovation for Next-Gen Aviation

Unlock the full case study on advanced cold plate development for aerospace battery cooling.
See how Conflux Technology leverages additive manufacturing (AM) to deliver breakthrough weight savings, uniform thermal performance, and integration flexibility for eVTOL and next-generation aviation platforms.

Why Conflux Cold Plates?

Aviation optimized designs meet stringent weight and thermal benchmarks required for next gen aviation aircraft, including advanced air mobility.
CFD modeling validates performance and ensures compliance with aerospace quality standards.
Modular and conformal designs provide adaptable options for diverse aerospace applications and beyond.

See the Results Achieved

42% lighter cold plate achieved through advanced AM design 80% reduction in surface temperature variation delivering uniform battery cooling 50% reduction in wall thickness supporting weight reduction and payload optimization

Download the Full Case Study

Gain exclusive insights into:

Technical challenges and solutions in cold plate design for aerospace.
Detailed performance data and design advances in AM.
Insights for future thermal management projects in aviation and beyond.

Cold Plate Applications Beyond Aviation

Cold plate technology is engineered for demanding environments far beyond aerospace. The same lightweight, high-performance designs valuable in aviation platforms are equally valuable in industries where thermal efficiency and reliability directly impact system performance.

Data Centers

Integrated into liquid cooling architectures reduce energy consumption, support higher compute densities, and ensure stable operation.

High-Perf Electronics

Uniform temperature distribution prevents hotspots

Renewable Energy Systems

Supports high-density power electronics and storage solutions in solar, wind, and grid applications

Electric Vehicles

Improve battery pack cooling, enabling longer range and faster charging

FAQs

Who should download?

Aerospace engineers, battery system designers, aviation OEMs, thermal engineers, and program leaders seeking high-performance, lightweight cooling solutions.

What makes additive manufactured cold plates different from conventionally machined designs?

Additive manufacturing enables complex internal geometries, conformal cooling channels, and integrated manifolds that are not achievable with traditional methods. This results in lighter weight, more uniform thermal performance, and simplified integration.

Can Conflux cold plates be scaled for different battery pack sizes?

Yes, the modular and scalable design approach allows cold plates to be tailored without compromising performance.

Talk to a Thermal Solutions Expert

Get tailored guidance for your cold plate application

Our team has delivered lightweight, high-performance heat exchangers across civil and defense aerospace platforms. Schedule a call to discuss your requirements and explore how Conflux can support your next program.

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