MAMBO tests the waters for 3D printing large marine structures
By: Hannah Mason
With its MAMBO boat, Moi Composites demonstrates use of its continuous fiber 3D printing technology for customized, automated production for the boating industry.
#continuousfiberAM
Composites index moderates lower after all-time high
By: Michael Guckes
Composite fabricators report slowing expansion in new orders, production, with gains made in supplier delivery and employment activity readings.
#economics
Evonik-led group targets epoxy SMC for EV battery housings
By: Jeff Sloan
Epoxy modified with an amine-based hardener is applied in a demonstrator EV battery housing. The result is a thermally and mechanically robust structure that offers scalability in a variety of e-mobility applications.
#electricvehicles #trends #sheetmoldingcompound
Advanced engineering thermoplastic adhesive hybrid resin
By: Jeff Sloan
In this Digital Demo, L&L Products introduces T-Link, a new hybrid thermoplastic resin system, that does not require refrigeration or special handling and – being highly customizable – can be easily and quickly consolidated into a composite structure.
Episode 38: Alan Hiken, Kane Robotics
By: Jeff Sloan
Alan Hiken, COO of Kane Robotics, talks about historic, current and future composites use in aircraft fuselage structures and the role of automation in next-gen manufacturing environments.
#777x #787
Covestro introduces 3D printing material made from recycled PET
By: Grace Nehls
Glass fiber-filled rPET suitable for high performance and structural applications using 3D pellet printing/fused granulate fabrication (FGF).
BTG Labs launches Surface Analyst 5001
By: Grace Nehls
Non-destructive handheld surface inspection device performs predictive analytics for zero-defect manufacturing in less than two seconds for any materials and part geometries in any direction.
#ndi
Wickert multifunctional gripper improves automated workpiece handling
By: Grace Nehls
Set-up free gripper handles multilayer-stacked components uses cameras, image processing and an integrated position sensor system for uninterrupted handling, automation and machining operations.
#automation
Hemco pre-engineered modular enclosure meets CMM specifications
By: Grace Nehls
Durable and high-performing modular enclosure options provide environmental precision for measurement accuracy.
Virtek Iris ActiveTrack: Bring Laser Projection Mobility To Your Tool
By: Jeff Sloan
New Unmatched Laser Solution to aid in Streamlining Component Assembly Processes Now precise positioning guidance on mobile tools is possible with Virtek's newest software, IRIS™ ActiveTrack.
Large-format 3D printing enables toolless, rapid production for AUVs
By: Hannah Mason
Dive Technologies started by 3D printing prototypes of its composite autonomous underwater vehicles, but AM became the solution for customizable, toolless production.
#discontinuousfiber
Hexagon, Authentise end-to-end software platform streamlines AM workflow
By: Grace Nehls
Solution integrates shop floor data with data intelligence to orchestrate consistent quality through concept to part for AM industrialization.
#automation #composites4_0
