Case Study Published: 5/31/2012
Careful analysis is needed to ensure success of buried composite piping for industrial applications.
Integrated, optimized aircraft doorCase Study Published: 5/1/2012
This composites manufacturer is betting its one-piece 3-D preform and RTM process will trim weight from today’s fastener-intensive “black aluminum” aircraft doors.
Sea and land transport: Hydro elevationCase Study Published: 12/1/2011
Composites lightweight and toughen the hull and superstructure of this transplanted amphibious naval hovercraft.
Self-deployable, composite satellite boomCase Study Published: 11/1/2011
Researchers design and validate a boom made of ultrathin carbon-fiber/epoxy laminate, using a novel, highly accurate analysis method.
Concert hall composites: Acoustic alchemyCase Study Published: 10/1/2011
Massive composite acoustic structures will reflect and diffuse sound to heighten audio quality in a new high-profile performance space.
Composite propeller for Royal Navy minehunterCase Study Published: 9/1/2011
Composite-for-metal replacement brings multiple benefits.
Carbon fiber/PEEK takes hydraulic pump to new depthsCase Study Published: 7/1/2011
A switch from metal to composites reduces weight, minimizes part deflection in ultradeep ocean installations.
Carrier-capable, all-composite external fuel tankCase Study Published: 5/2/2011
Legacy product positions builder for a shot at an F-35 contract.
Designing bicycling’s lightest pro racing frameCase Study Published: 1/31/2011
Cervélo’s Vroomen White Design group combines analysis and manufacturing acumen to create a 675g/1.5 lb composite frame.
Learjet 85 composite pressurized cabin a cost cutterCase Study Published: 11/1/2010
Single-piece carbon fiber composite structure selected over multipiece aluminum fuselage barrel section in new bizjet design.
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