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Airbus opens Aerospace Integrated Research and Test Centre
Jointly funded by Airbus and the U.K. government’s ATI program, the £40 million research and testing facility serves to undertake structural testing of large-scale aircraft assemblies.
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Collin Aerospace selected for A320 Airspace cabin passenger service unit upgrades
The units will enhance flight experience, while optimizing weight, durability and performance via composite materials.
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Teijin Tenax carbon fiber prepreg adopted for UltraFan aeroengine nacelle
Prepreg developed specifically for aircraft applications using high-performance and rapid-curing epoxy resin, with low-temp molding and automated processing capabilities.
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Airbus updates single-aisle aircraft production plans
Per its expectations for a 2023-2025 commercial aircraft market recovery, Airbus confirms a rise in A320, A220 and A350 production rates.
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Airbus delivers 100th composites-intensive A400M
Delivery to the Spanish Air Force adds to several additional achievements, including the A400M’s new certified capabilities and 100,000 flight hours recorded for its global fleet.
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Axillium to support, manage U.K.’s ASCEND program
Innovation management partner Axillium explains its role in development of the Aerospace and Automotive Supply Chain Enabled Development (ASCEND) program launched in the U.K. in March 2021.
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Airbus to create two new integrated aerostructures assembly companies, transform European setup
Plan to combine France and Germany activities with composite aerostructures assembly companies Stelia Aerospace and Premium Aerotec respectively, and integrate them wholly under Airbus.
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Airbus ASCEND program to explore liquid hydrogen and superconductivity for zero-emission aircraft
Cryogenic hydrogen as cold source for lightweight, low-electrical loss powertrain, with composite materials as possible insulation.
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Wing of Tomorrow ribs: One-shot, thermoplastic, OOA consolidation
GKN Aerospace’s carbon fiber thermoplastic aircraft rib design accomplishes 45-minute cycle times, reduced weight and competitive costs via a customized press system.
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Airbus PERIOD project to pioneer satellite factory in space
PERIOD consortium to prepare concept for in-orbit demonstrator for satellite assembly and manufacturing in space, with potential for composite materials.
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