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TPRC study considers hybrid epoxy-LMPAEK composite co-cured joints

Research looks to co-curing approach as an alternative to directly connect thermoplastic and thermoset composite configurations without intermediates like rivets or adhesives.

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Aciturri Aerostructures completes integrated Type 5 space tank demonstrator

SNAPSHOT: Under the CRETAN project, a shared cryogenic bulkhead tank promises to reduce up to 30% in weight for space launchers, touting a significant competitive advantage. 

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Defense

Hexcel breaks ground on applications center at NIAR

New Wichita State facility will anchor Hexcel’s end-to-end composite development pathway, linking materials innovation in Salt Lake City with automated processing in Kansas and full-scale structural validation in Washington.

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Eve eVTOL prototype completes hover and low-speed flights block

Fifty-nine successful flights and 2:27:33 of accumulated flight time strengthen confidence in control, loads and aero‑propulsion models.

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ORNL develops error correction system to enhance 3D printing of large composite parts

Material and system agnostic sensors and computer vision automate printing speed and temperature monitoring and are able to make on-the-fly adjustments without human interaction.

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Toray expands NCAMP qualifications for aerospace-focused Cetex TC1225 LM-PAEK 

The thermoplastic composite (TPC) material system now has broadened qualification covering UD tapes and processing methodologies like AFP, ATL, OOA and others.

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Aerospace

People in composites: May 2026

Retirees, company transitions and new appointments have been made by Airbus SE, Uplift360, Lockheed Martin, The Gill Corp., Elroy Air, Otto Aerospace and ZeroAvia.

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Thermoplastics

TPRC lab adds press and rheometer systems for thermoplastic composites research

A Pinette PEI consolidation press and an Anton Paar rheometer will boost laminate manufacturing and characterization capabilities.

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Nano Dimensions sells MarkForged to Stratasys

In a $42.5 million transaction, MarkForged’s continuous carbon fiber AM technology, materials and reseller network are to fill a gap in Stratasys’ composite material offerings. 

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Strohm enters Egyptian market following TCP flowline contract

Strohm wins its first Egypt contract, supplying a 2,000-meter carbon fiber-reinforced PA12 TCP flowline for the WDDM offshore project at a 600-meter water depth.

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