Natilus challenges the Boeing-Airbus duopoly
CW interviews CEO Aleksey Matyushev about composites, certification and the airlines’ needs for increased narrowbody production and decarbonization that aren’t being met.
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University of Bristol launches composite materials to space for ISS testing
Next-gen carbon fiber materials will be tested under extreme conditions for 12-18 months to determine their viability in space for use in future space bases, interplanetary travel.
Read MoreŠkoda Motorsport partners with Bcomp for Enyaq RS Race program
Growing on success with the Fabia RS Rally2 racing model, Škoda’s Enyaq RS Race electric SUV design incorporates key flax fiber interior and exterior components.
Read MoreBoom Supersonic makes progress in flight speed records, Overture airliner development
Sixth flight reaching Mach 0.67, equipment installation in North Carolina facility and fuselage panel fabrication testing move supersonic travel plans forward.
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Arris debuts consumer-driven brand for carbon fiber tech
Limited-edition products, from footwear to phone cases, will be available through Aurorra by Arris.
WatchEndless Industries launches Endless One continuous fiber 3D printer
Medium-scale printer demonstrates open industry and material capabilities for demanding structural needs.
Read MoreAOC introduces UV-Resistant Automotive System for SMC parts
AOC’s novel formulation, tested in the lab and in real-world environments, delivers a deep black, molded-in color that resists fading and offers high scratch resistance.
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Co-molding SMC with braided glass fiber demonstrates truck bed potential
Prepreg co-molding compound by IDI Composites International and A&P Technology enables new geometries and levels of strength and resiliency for automotive, mobility.
Read MoreCFRP planing head: 50% less mass, 1.5 times faster rotation
Novel, modular design minimizes weight for high-precision cutting tools with faster production speeds.
Read MoreComposite materials, design enable challenging Corvette exterior components
General Motors and partners Premix-Hadlock and Albar cite creative engineering and a move toward pigmented sheet molding compound (SMC) to produce cosmetic components that met strict thermal requirements.
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Bladder-assisted compression molding derivative produces complex, autoclave-quality automotive parts
HP Composites’ AirPower technology enables high-rate CFRP roof production with 50% energy savings for the Maserati MC20.
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VIDEO: High-rate composites production for aerospace
Westlake Epoxy’s process on display at CAMX 2024 reduces cycle time from hours to just 15 minutes.
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Developing milling for CMC because grinding takes too long
Economical processes that can cut machining time by 70% are being tested on aeroengine turbine blade demonstrators by Hufschmied and DLR in the SCANCUT project.
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Composite SIPs for more affordable, efficient and sustainable buildings
LiteSIP panels and modules enable framing in days, cutting structural labor and total cost by up to 70% and 30%, respectively, while increasing energy efficiency and durability.
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- The state of recycled carbon fiber
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Industry Experts
Crashworthiness testing of composites: A building block approach, Part 1
Determining the crashworthiness of composite structures requires several levels of testing and analysis, starting with coupon-level crush testing.
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Contraction slows for second month, with some indicators improving
In September new orders and employment were up slightly, future business outlook improved and material prices dropped.
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Making an effort to move industry forward
A reflection on the insights, connections and collaboration afforded by attending composite industry events like SPE ACCE and CAMX.
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Videos/Podcasts
VIDEO: Recycling and machining carbon fiber scraps
Elevated Materials has partnered with Toray Composite Materials America, Inc. to collect and upcycle reclaimed carbon fiber scraps into large billet laminates, which can then be cut into various parts using CNC mills.
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Streamlining aerospace composites operations with RFID tracking
Tier 1 Sekisui Aerospace’s implementation of RFID tracking, sensors and Xemelgo software at two of its production facilities led to increased productivity, eliminating bottlenecks and reducing labor costs.
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VIDEO: Painting parts with self-learning robots
LestaUSA’s self-learning robots on display at CAMX 2024 enhance composites manufacturing workflow and workforce needs.
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Episode 48: Richard Apps, Counterpoint Market Intelligence
Counterpoint Market Intelligence will deliver a keynote address at Carbon Fiber Conference 2024, which takes place October 8-10 in Charleston S.C., U.S.
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AES explores robot vs. gantry for large-format additive manufacturing
Additive Engineering Solutions, specialist at 3D printing very large parts and tools on gantry machines, now also uses a robot for large-format AM. Here is how the robot compares.
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Composites reinvent energy
Celebrating National Composites Week 2024, CW looks at how composites are being used to provide the next generation of energy.
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Episode 47: Celebrating National Composites Week - Interviews with Christopher Mims, Wall Street Journal; Joe Brennan, Joby Aviation
The theme of National Composites Week 2024 is "Composites Reinvent the World" — this episode explores some of the various applications that are reshaping the way we travel and stay connected.
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Episode 46: CAMX celebrates 10 years
CW’s Scott Francis interviews Cindy Squires, president/CEO, ACMA and Rebekah Stacha, CEO of SAMPE. They take a look back at the industry’s evolution the last 10 years, the opportunities CAMX will be providing to attendees and much more.
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Carbon fiber satellite arm reduces weight, simplifies assembly onto naval vessels
Satcom developer EM Solutions partnered with ACS Australia to replace an aluminum arm design with a 65% lighter, one-piece, corrosion-resistant carbon fiber/epoxy alternative.
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Episode 45: Scott Reeve; Corey Sechler, Creative Composites Group
Experts from FRP composites manufacturer Creative Composites Group discuss the role of composites in infrastructure projects today, including solutions for bridge rehabilitation and protecting waterfront structures.
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Episode 44: Andy West, Sonichem
CW interviews Dr. Andy West of Sonichem, about the company’s ultrasonic process for converting biomass into lignin, as well as other biomaterials of interest for composites manufacturing.
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Episode 43: Emphasizing the recycling of wind blades
CW Talks discusses Ford Motor Company’s involvement with the EMPHASIZING project, a UK consortium working to develop a material from recycled glass fiber with mechanical properties superior to virgin glass.
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