A Leap in Aluminium Forming for Electric Aviation
In a major step toward cleaner flight, a UK aluminium forming specialist helped Heart Aerospace develop the world’s first electric passenger aircraft. One key achievement in this project involved bending a U-shaped fuselage profile made from 7075 T6 aluminium — a task most considered nearly impossible because of the alloy’s high strength and low flexibility.
The engineers aimed to meet strict tolerances for structural testing in Sweden. These tolerances pushed the limits of both the material and the machine. Although many in the industry thought it couldn’t be done, Inductaflex stepped up to take on the challenge.
A Leap in Aluminium Forming for Electric Aviation
Advanced Aluminium Forming with the X25T
To solve the problem, Inductaflex used its AL X25T — a powerful profile bending machine designed for high torque and micro-adjustments. Unlike standard benders, the X25T lets engineers make tiny adjustments during the aluminium forming process. As a result, even the hardest aerospace alloys can be bent while preserving their strength.
Since 7075 T6 aluminium often supports high-stress areas in aircraft, shaping it accurately is critical. The Inductaflex team, using the X25T, successfully formed the complex U-profile without cracks or deformation — a real-world proof of next-gen aluminium forming capability.
Aerospace Fuselage Bending Machine
Paving the Way for Electric Flight
This success represents more than technical achievement. It marks an important moment for the future of electric aviation. Lightweight and strong aluminium forming is essential for making electric aircraft efficient and safe. Thanks to Inductaflex, these advanced parts are now a reality.
As Heart Aerospace continues its mission to electrify the skies, this collaboration proves that innovative aluminium forming technology is key to turning ideas into reality. Inductaflex’s engineering excellence plays a vital role in building the next generation of zero-emission aircraft — one bend at a time.
