Graphene 101: Forms, properties and applications
By: Hannah Mason
Graphene-enhanced composites find new applications across end markets as the supply chain continues to mature.
#workinprogress
Anker Stuy Composites introduces emission- and styrene-free gelcoat
By: Grace Nehls
The gelcoat product can be used like traditional gelcoats and hosts a range of additional benefits including lower theoretical consumption, high water resistance and more.
Building the Museum of the Future
By: Ginger Gardiner
FR composite panels provide structure, sealing and iconic facade for pioneering architecture in Dubai.
#insidemanufacturing #infrastructure
Physical testing to characterize composites
By: Jeff Sloan
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments reviews use of static tests, impact tests, internal observations and fracture observations to assess and characterize the physical properties of composite parts and structures.
#ndi
Vitrimers: The reprocessable thermoset
By: Jeff Sloan
Vitrimers are not classic thermosets and they are not classic thermoplastics, but they behave like both and as such offer the best of both worlds. CW catches up with Mallinda for an explanation.
#workinprogress
AIMS Metrology introduces coordinate measurement machine for large parts inspection
By: Hannah Mason
Suited for composites applications in a range of industries, the Summit is engineered with a 5-axis scanning probe, REVO-2 sensors and options for automation.
Valuable data: From travelers to the as-built digital twin
Taking advantage of the electronic record proves to be of significant value to composite fabricator’s record-keeping process.
#pastpresentandfuture #workforcedevelopment #automation
Composites Academy launches online training with hands-on exercises
By: Ginger Gardiner
Composites Expert and Institut de Soudure partner to provide interactive advanced composites training to students and professionals worldwide.
#workforcedevelopment
Exact Metrology offers RS6 laser scanner
By: Grace Nehls
The Hexagon laser scanner is designed for high-speed and accuracy scanning, and delivers full scanning performance for a versatile range of parts and surfaces.
EV battery enclosure inspires material, process innovations
By: Hannah Mason
High unit volume and low weight requirements for electric bus battery enclosures fueled development of TRB Lightweight Structures’ specialized epoxy system and automated composites production line.
#electricvehicles #automation #focusondesign
Development of ASTM standards for composites: An insider’s perspective
By: Daniel Adams
According to Dan Adams’ inside perspective, two elements determine whether a proposed test method for composite materials becomes an ASTM standard.
#regulation #design-and-testing