Design/Simulation
Thermoplastic composites welding: Process control, certification, crack arresters and surface prep
More widespread use of welded composite structures within a decade? Yes, but further developments are needed.
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3D-printed composite tail rotor gear box housing enhances Discovery super drone
CFP Technology teams with Flying-Cam to create 3D-printed, functional tail rotor actuators protection using Windform XT 2.0 composites and a powder bed fusion process.
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One-shot manufacture of 3D knitted hybrid thermoplastic composite structures
MAPICC 3D project replaces steel seat support in heavy-duty vehicle with a 3D knitted composite made from thermoplastic hybrid yarns comprising the matrix and reinforcing components.
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Protecting EV motors more efficiently
Motors for electric vehicles are expected to benefit from Trelleborg’s thermoplastic composite rotor sleeve design, which advances materials and processes to produce a lightweight, energy-efficient component.
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CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Collier Aerospace
New HyperX software is built for analysis and design optimization of composite structures in aircraft, space, and automotive vehicles and other high-end applications.
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Carbon fiber enables new, low-CO2 Skyrora orbital launch vehicle
U.K. private space company is developing and testing orbital launch vehicle Skyrora XL to carry small satellites in Earth’s orbit using eco-friendly fuel, a unified systems design and composites.
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A digital twin to validate SMC performance in suspension structures
High-fidelity, anisotropic behavior material card, integrated with process simulation, structural FEA and validated with CT and physical tests enables optimization proven in award-winning SMC suspension knuckle.
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STRUCTeam, Apex Composite Structures design, engineer sustainable composite footbridge
The 12.5-meter bridge provides pedestrian access through the village of Newchurch on the Isle of Wight, inspired by a similar footbridge commissioned by Network Rail in 2009.
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CFRTP enables better, greener smartphones
Carbon Mobile’s “monocoque” design eliminates separate case, cover and frame, better protects electronics and simplifies disassembly.
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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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