Thermoplastics

Carbon Fibers

The evolution of additive composites

Defining additive composites manufacturing and how its merge with conventional processes is providing new solutions and a path forward.  

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Carbon Fibers

DigiProp positions Dowty Propellers and its customers for sustainable, next-generation platforms

AMRC aids R&D program including foam thermoforming, complex braiding, thermoplastics and digital twin/thread for higher performance, lower weight with first applications in process.

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Thermoplastics

Reducing the cost of continuous fiber 3D printing materials

DLR has developed a novel approach to produce thermoplastic impregnated fibers for lower cost versus current slit-tape materials.

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Defense

Additive manufacturing adds versatility to large marine structures

Dive Technologies and Moi Composites are among those extending composite 3D printing’s design flexibility past prototyping and into customizable end-use parts.

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Thermoplastics

Qarbon Aerospace launches composite aircraft icing protection system

The thermoplastic composite Helios system will be distributed by AIR Group for use on the leading edges of turboprop aircraft wings and other components.

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Aerospace

CTC GmbH and KTM E-Technologies develop innovative joining technologies for urban air mobility

Partnership develops lightweight approaches including Conexus technology for robotic ultrasonic welding of CFRP laminates.

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Automotive

Thermoplastic composites: Structural bumper bracket

Hybrid bracket reduces mass, increases design flexibility, package space in pickup front bumper.

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Thermoplastics

Avient launches moisture-resistant nylon long fiber thermoplastic composite

Nylon 6 and 6/6-based Complēt composite effectively prolongs the effectiveness of a part’s structural capabilities in humid environments and features a smooth surface appearance.

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Thermoplastics

Mafic USA expects to double U.S. basalt fiber production capacity

Company recently completed its first year of operations in Shelby, North Carolina, and plans for a continued increase in basalt fiber adoption and growth.

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Trends

9T Labs assesses AM for medical, aerospace applications

9T Labs conducts two studies to assess the viability of its Red Series additive manufacturing system to manufacture a carbon fiber/PEKK aerospace hinge and a surgical tool.

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Wabash
Compression Molding
Wickert Hydraulic Presses
TOPCON24
Kent Pultrusion
Toray Advanced Composites
pro-set epoxy laminate infusion tool high temp Tg
KraussMaffei Metering Systems
Kraussmaffei Metering Systems