Advanced Engine and Aircraft Configurations - Strategic Complementary Research to Prepare, Develop and Conduct Large-Scale Demonstration Aerodynamic design and characterisation of advanced powerplant system (CROR, Turbofan for short- to mid-haul aircraft) integrated to the airframe based on CFRP structural components. Conceptual and detailed design and analysis of advanced powerplant solutions (UHBR, long-haul aircraft). Conceptual design of advanced powerplant solutions (hybrid energy powerplant systems). Definition and design of radical aircaft concepts. Please refer for the full and formal topic description to Annex I of the Clean Sky 2 Work Plan 2014-2015 (see under the tab ""Topic Conditions and Documents"")