Automation
CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Airborne
Airborne’s Automated Ply Placement and Automated Edge Sealing technologies aim to ensure constant, repeatable and flexible production of complex composite products.
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CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Addcomposites, IND Group
The co-exhibition shows customers a more complete visual of the value chains that can be implemented in the composites industry via Addcomposites’ AFP system solutions and IND Group’s cobot platforms.
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Evident wind blade inspection system automates nondestructive ultrasonic testing
An autonomous, cobot-mounted inspection system combines Industry 4.0 with established ultrasonic technology to rapidly provide repeatable, accurate data and improve overall efficiency.
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KPM Analytics introduces noncontact infrared temperature sensor for industrial automation, R&D
Rugged and flexible PSC-GRF11N pyrometer facilitates measurement of four temperature ranges, spans induction heating, heat treating, steel, composites and ceramics applications.
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Low-void, large-scale, high-volume 3D-printed composites
Among its many composites-related projects, Oak Ridge National Laboratory recently installed its first AMCM test cell, combining extrusion with compression molding for fast, low-void, low-porosity thermoplastic composite parts.
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Twenco develops sensors for smart molds and process control in resin infusion and composites welding
Non-invasive DEA and NDT Analyzer for multi-parameter monitoring, QA and control, including real time simulation feed and 3D process visualization across and through composite parts.
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Dynamic PRC racing team uses 3D printing to create DP13 autonomous race car
The new vehicle prototype uses fiber-reinforced 3D printing material formulated by the RadiciGroup to maximize mechanical and aesthetic performance.
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Monash Motorsport constructs FSAE autonomous, electric vehicle with ATL Composites materials
Composite are incorporated into the vehicle’s monocoque chassis, aerofoils, aerofoil endplates and other components to suit high aerodynamic loads, minimize mass and enhance efficiency for the globally competitive team.
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Loop Technology automates complex prepreg layup through FibreFORM system
Suitable for prepreg and dry fiber materials, FibreFORM is capable of picking, placing and laying up composite plies with high accuracy and precision, with three times the speed of manual layup.
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Suprem installs new thermoplastic composites manufacturing line
Automated line is installed to develop a range of customized thermoplastic materials in the form of UD tapes and profiles, in addition to its Filaprem brand for 3D printing.
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