Composites 4.0
Global aerospace manufacture uses sensXPERT to shorten cycle times, meet increased rate and reduce waste
Using minimal sensors and one edge device, data from 20 production cycles was used to train machine learning models, accurately predicting outcomes in ≤50 minutes by forecasting when target degree of cure is reached.
Read MoreAerospace manufacturer implements Plataine AI solution
Automation of composite material receiving, thawing and flow throughout the production process resulted in improved quality, increased capacity and cost savings.
Read MoreNew Frontier Technologies launches digital twinning, high-fidelity simulation capability
3D imaging and analysis capability illustrates detailed, quality characterization and performance simulation of composites and other advanced materials that properly captures the as-manufactured component.
Read MoreCTC commissions Carbon Axis XCell machine for LaiLa project
The XCell AFP machine is being used to investigate innovative fiber deposition concepts and improve lightweight production via Industry 4.0.
Read MoreFives introduces COAST in-process composite inspection technology
COAST is capable of precise measurement and defect detection on contoured composite surfaces during the AFP process, reducing costs and increasing AFP accessibility.
Read MoreMachina Labs secures $32 million to advance AI manufacturing for metals, composites
Latest funds will accelerate research initiatives and meet growing customer demand.
Read MoreCevotec Samba Pro installed in Fraunhofer IGCV AI research hall
Prepreg system is available to companies interested in exploring research in digitalization and AI for composites manufacture or to evaluate FPP-designed components.
Read MoreNext-gen composites manufacturing: Combining material, machine and mold cavity data with analytics
Using a sensor, an edge device and machine learning software, sensXPERT sees into processes and is improving quality and cutting scrap, cycle time and energy use for composites customers like ZF and Carbon Revolution.
WatchPlataine publishes composite industry survey results
Survey findings provide insight from industry players as they navigate global manufacturing challenges and uncertainties, and sustainability and digitalization implementation.
Read MoreDLR develops safe, flexible workspaces for robot-assisted manual draping
The EU project Drapebot works on new ways of collaborating with industrial robots for manual CFRP preforming for large aircraft structural parts.
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