ATL/AFP
Axiom Materials announces narrow slit tow prepregs for electric, CNG and hydrogen-powered vehicles
High-temperature carbon fiber tow prepregs are compatible with AFP and filament winding processes for the development of large structural parts such as lithium-ion battery containers or pressure vessels.
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Electroimpact launches plug-and-play AFP system
Automation and automated fiber and tape placement specialist Electroimpact has introduced Scorpion, a new modular plug-and-play automated fiber placement (AFP) system designed for research and laboratory applications.
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Episode 38: Alan Hiken, Kane Robotics
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.
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Development of composite isogrid structures using innovative deposition technology
Versatile robotic system integrates in-line towpreg impregnation, offering reduced-cost, high-performance isogrid structures for a variety of industries.
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NCC unveils AFP/ATL dual system for large, complex structures
The hybrid cell, created in partnership with Electroimpact, can be used individually or together for automated composite manufacturing at a medium- to large-scale level.
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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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WSU-NIAR adds automated TP welding and tape-slitting capabilities to ATLAS facility
Systems to aid in welding process developments for the joining of composite structures via fusion bonding, and support AFP demands.
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Borflex releases compacting AFP roller range
Applicable to thermoset or thermoplastic prepregs, the Fiberroll compacting roller range ensure optimal surface appearance, rugosity and geometry while avoiding material adherence.
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Heraeus, University of Sheffield AMRC partner to develop innovative composite technologies
Tier 2 membership enables Heraeus Noblelight to explore filament winding capabilities using its humm3 technology for rapid layup of thermosets, dry fiber and thermoplastics.
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Challenges of laser-assisted tape winding of thermoplastic composites
Practical solutions for process-related challenges in LATW, which has great potential for pressure vessels and storage tanks.
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