This program investigates the performance and emissions characteristics of gas turbine combustors using clean hydrogen fuels and hydrogen-hydrocarbon mixtures, addressing these key research questions:

1. How can gas turbine combustors be redesigned for optimal performance and emissions when using hydrogen or mixed fuels?
2. What are the most effective design methods for improving fuel flexibility in micro gas turbine (MGT) systems?
3. How can experimental and numerical approaches be integrated to advance fuel-flexible combustor development?

Current efforts involve numerical modelling of MGT combustors validated by experimental data, with a master’s project focused on comparing design methods. The program leverages an experimental MGT system, advanced diagnostic tools, and a dedicated lab for mixed-fuel combustion studies.

Deliverables include optimised combustor designs, emissions data, postgraduate degrees, and scientific publications, establishing SU as a leader in fuel-flexible combustion systems and supporting sustainable energy innovation.