Scott Francis Contributing Editor

Aerospace 17 Jul 2019

NASA funds Made In Space project to 3D print spacecraft components in orbit

Made In Space’s Archinaut One spacecraft will demonstrate the ability to manufacture and assemble spacecraft components in low-Earth orbit.

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Application 17 Jul 2019

Natural fiber enables e-bike for package delivery

New parcel delivery vehicle concept employs a natural fiber prepreg for low weight, vibration dampening, non-conductivity and flame retardancy.

Carbon Fibers 16 Jul 2019

Teijin and AEV Robotics to co-develop lightweight solutions for next-gen auto

AEV Robotics Modular Vehicle System components to use Teijin’s advanced materials such as polycarbonate resin, carbon and aramid fibers, and composites technologies.

Aerospace 15 Jul 2019

Meggitt and Luna Innovations partner on aircraft fire detection solution

Meggit and Luna Innovations have signed an agreement for the supply of fiber optic technology for aircraft fire and overheat detection equipment.

Automotive 15 Jul 2019

LANXESS thermoplastic composites used in Audi A8 rear seat shell

LANXESS rear seat shell showcases the company’s continuous-fiber-reinforced composites role in large-scale production of structural components for automotive.

Prepregs 9 Jul 2019

SGL Carbon supports student Hyperloop prototype from TUM

Hyperloop prototype developed and built by students at the Technical University of Munich will compete in this year’s Space X Hyperloop pod competition on July 21 in Los Angeles.

Mass Transit 3 Jul 2019

Virgin Hyperloop One presents technology to U.S. Congress

Virgin Hyperloop One working to grow roster of state and federal partners who support certification and regulatory investment in hyperloop.

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Sustainability 3 Jul 2019

DuPont becomes independent company

DuPont has announced its debut as an independent company following the successful separation of its Agriculture Division through the spin-off of Corteva Inc.

Carbon Fibers 1 Jul 2019

HyperloopTT offers USDOT first look at full-scale hyperloop system

HyperloopTT reveals its full-scale 320m passenger system and presents the first certification guidelines for Hyperloop systems to USDOT officials.

Aerospace 28 Jun 2019

Meggitt recognizes Renegade Materials with Quality Performance Award

Renegade Materials was honored as a key supplier, providing high-service temperature prepreg materials for Meggitt’s advanced composite aerospace applications.