Defense
U.S. Air Force awards airworthiness approval to Beta Technologies ALIA aircraft
Endorsement follows manned electric aircraft into next phase of flight testing, with the goal to enable new markets and accelerate UAM development.
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Royal DSM, MKU composite armor protects Brazilian law enforcement
Level IIIA soft armor vests use Dyneema UD material for 35% weight reduction, and rigorous compliance with NIJ standards for protection against ballistic materials.
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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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Spirit AeroSystems Belfast advances LANCA project concept with resin transfer infusion
Spirit AeroSystems Belfast, Northrop Grumman and Intrepid Minds support further development of the Royal Air Force’s unmanned Lightweight Affordable Novel Combat Aircraft (LANCA).
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Re:Build Manufacturing accelerates onshoring with Cutting Dynamics acquisition
Acquisition of Ohio-based manufacturer, Cutting Dynamics, helps to expand fabricated structure product and service offerings.
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Bye Aerospace, L3Harris Technologies team develop all-electric multi-mission composite aircraft
Combined team will modify eFlyer 800, evaluate configurations for zero emissions and low operating cost for multi-modal military applications.
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Bell starts operations at new Manufacturing Technology Center
Composites and metals manufacturing, automation, additive manufacturing and metrology will be undergirded by digital connectivity and digital twin to support affordable production of future vertical lift aircraft.
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Kaman Composites Wichita announces contract with Boeing
Kaman Composites to manufacture the refueling boom assembly for the MH-47 program and expand facility to accommodate production scale.
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AeroVironment secures $5.9 million Puma 3 AE UAS contract award
Composite-intensive tactical UAV, offering surveillance and reconnaissance in maritime and land operations, to be delivered to European allied nation.
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Arcturus UAV awarded $7 million task order for MEUAS program
Composite vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) JUMP 20 unmanned aircraft system is said to deliver true versatility and multi-mission capabilities to U.S. Special Operations Command and other customers.
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