Trends in Composites Manufacturing
CW calls for speakers at Carbon Fiber 2024
Share your carbon fiber expertise in Charleston, South Carolina, at this annual conference put on by CompositesWorld and Gardner Business Media.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
CW’s 2024 Top Shops survey offers new approach to benchmarking
Respondents that complete the survey by April 30, 2024, have the chance to be recognized as an honoree.
Read MoreAirborne to supply composites cutting/kitting equipment to Airbus Helicopters
Fully digital Kit by Light systems will enable faster, simpler and more efficient composite ply management at Airbus’ Donauwörth facility.
Read MoreBroetje-Automation demonstrates rCF placement via AFP
Through the ScrapSeRO project, the system integrator and machine builder successfully processed recycled composites, in addition to more traditional materials, via its highly flexible Staxx One system.
Read MoreComposites industry experts collaborate to address ISO 12215-5:2019 standard challenges
3A Composites Core Materials, STRUCTeam and Beneteau are working to rectify the shortcomings of core requirements of small marine craft in the 2019 framework, while exploring optimal design approaches with foam and balsa core materials.
Read MoreMATECH’s FAST technology achieves ultra-high density C/C composites
Targeting demanding hypersonic missile applications and ballistic reentry, the patent-pending process increases C/C composite ablation and oxidation resistance by 20 times.
Read MoreOverair completes assembly of full-scale Butterfly eVTOL vehicle prototype
Overair heads to flight testing in early 2024, marked by rapid prototype development.
Read MoreHyundai Ioniq 5 N NPX1 vehicle debuts carbon fiber hybrid wheel
Twenty-one-inch, ~10-kilogram hybrid wheel, developed by Dymag in partnership with Hankuk Carbon, is part of an intensive development program by Hyundai.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
AZL collaborative project to redefine hydrogen tank development
Kick-off meeting sparks comprehensive discussions on materials, manufacturing and design, setting the stage for composite-based hydrogen vessel solutions.
Read MoreGE Aerospace awarded demonstration contract for NASA HyTEC project
Turbofan engine small core technology development with CMC-coated components targets enhanced fuel efficiency in single-aisle aircraft by mid-2030s.
Read MoreEcoinvent database makes LCA data for European flax-linen fibers more accessible
Alliance for European Flax-Linen and Hemp has partnered with ecoinvent to enable a more comprehensive and transparent inventory database for the environmental impact of natural fiber-based products, services.
Read MoreOmni Tanker, Lockheed Martin complete composite hydrogen storage tank project
The collaborative project includes Type IV and Type V tank demonstrators for storing and transporting cryogenic and liquid hydrogen, helium and more.
Read MoreAl Seer Marine, Abu Dhabi Maritime unveil world’s largest 3D-printed boat
Holding the new Guinness World Record at 11.98 meters, the 3D-printed composite water taxi used a CEAD Flexbot to print two hulls in less than 12 days.
Read MoreSyensqo becomes new Solvay specialty materials company
Syensqo represents what was Solvay Composite Materials, focused on delivering disruptive material technologies and supporting growing customer needs.
Read MoreRock West Composites support moon lander mission
Intuitive Machines’ IM-1 Nova-C lunar lander features multiple configurations of struts manufactured by Rock West Composites.
Scott Francis
Editor-In-Chief, Gardner Business Media
Ford Trucks chooses Hexagon Purus to equip FCEV heavy-duty truck
A purchase order for Hexagon’s Type IV hydrogen vessels will aid in the development of an FCEV prototype per Horizon Europe’s ZEFES program decarbonizing long-haul trucks in Europe.
Read MoreSCABAEGO project develops bioactive composite that supports healing of broken bones
Fraunhofer IFAM researchers and partners combine biodegradable polymer polycaprolactone and bioactive glass to 3D print custom-fit structures for bone fracture sites.
Read MoreVoith Composites certifies towpreg-wound Carbon4Tank for on-road use
Type IV hydrogen storage tank has earned type approval under UNECE R 134 after meeting stringent performance requirements.
Read MoreFuture Fibres’ LiMit Collar protects composite rigging against lightning
Multi-material system wins DAME Design Award 2023 for mitigating damage caused by direct or induced lightning currents to carbon fiber and metallic mast rigging for watercraft.
Read MoreElement, Magma Global renew partnership to extend m-pipe capabilities
Evaluation of CFRTP m-pipe through Element’s U.K. facility aims to qualify the system for new operating environments.
Read MoreHoly Technologies platform enhances carbon fiber component recyclability
Through independent testing, the deep-tech startup confirms high mechanical properties preservation, and potential to give recycled carbon fibers up to seven lives when using its Infinite Component Platform.
Read MoreAustralian R&D project harnesses wave energy for USV underwater rudders
The ACM CRC, with Ocius Technology and the University of New South Wales, collaborate to bring bio-inspired FRP “flippers” tailored to achieve optimal propulsion for all weather conditions.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
Skyrora, Spirit AeroSystems collaborate to enhance future U.K. launch capabilities
Spirit’s aerostructures expertise will guide transition from development to full-scale production of Skyrora’s orbital launch vehicles, including the composites-intensive SkyLark L.
Read MoreOptiBlade project increases rotor wind blade production efficiency
Successful completion of project led by Fraunhofer IFAM sees the development of stretch-formable PeelPlas film for release agent-free demolding of FRP components.
Read MoreToray obtains ISCC certification for European carbon fiber production facilities
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe will product and supply carbon fibers derived from biomass and recycled materials, with future plans to obtain ISCC Plus certification for Japan and U.S. plants by 2024.
Read MoreInfinite Composites: Type V tanks for space, hydrogen, automotive and more
After a decade of proving its linerless, weight-saving composite tanks with NASA and more than 30 aerospace companies, this CryoSphere pioneer is scaling for growth in commercial space and sustainable transportation on Earth.
Read MoreGreenboats announces sailing boat with biocomposite construction
The MB9, representing a combination of high performance and eco-conscious materials use, will be commercially available in time for the 2024 sailing season.
Read MoreForvia wins innovation awards for biocomposites, CFRP hydrogen tank
EU auto suppliers recognize NAFILean-R hemp/recycled PP materials and XL Tank storing 20 kilograms of CGH2.
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