Automotive
JEC World 2024 highlights: Forwarding initiatives surrounding sustainability and mobility
Themes at the forefront of JEC World 2024 included solutions for mobility applications and sustainable materials, technologies and processes for composites manufacturing.
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First keynote announced for SPE ACCE 2024
Andrew N. Hrymak, co-director of the Fraunhofer Innovation Platform for Composites Research at Western University and a professor of chemical and biochemical engineering, will speak about composites’ ongoing role in vehicle lightweighting.
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MAN Truck & Bus expands zero-emission vehicle portfolio
Small truck series with hydrogen combustion featuring Type 4 tanks is planned for 2025, complementing the commercial vehicle manufacturer’s battery-electric portfolio.
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JEC World 2024 highlights: Glass fiber recycling, biocomposites and more
CW technical editor Hannah Mason discusses trends seen at this year’s JEC World trade show, including sustainability-focused technologies and commitments, the Paris Olympics amongst other topics.
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Stadler H2 train achieves Guinness World Record title
The Flirt H2 now holds the world record for longest distance traveled by a hydrogen-powered passenger train without refuel or recharge, aided by Type IV composite tanks.
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CRP Windform composites show high affinity for electric insulation
GFRTP materials for 3D printing were subjected to dielectric constant and dielectric strength tests, indicating strength for use in electric applications like automotive.
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Loop Technology launches FibreLINE2X1 for compact composite preforming
Smaller cell is devised for handling all aspects of the preforming process for the production of small automotive and aerospace parts.
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McLaren maximizes composites use with release of Artura Spider
The supercar has been designed and developed to meet ambitious targets with the incorporation of McLaren’s MCLA architecture, even sporting a composite retractable hard-top.
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Forvia moves toward more sustainable automotive composites manufacturing
Automotive technology supplier Forvia shares sustainability goals and recent developments aimed at bio-based and recycled materials and ramping up hydrogen tank production for clean mobility.
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Exel Composites supplies fiberglass profiles for Foton electric buses
Partnership with Chinese automotive manufacturer will see the implementation of pultruded profiles in various bus models, backed by weight savings, complex geometries and long life.
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