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Purdue, AnalySwift launch CompositesAI platform to democratize air mobility structure design
CompositesAI integrates with AnalySwift’s VABS and SwiftComp software to streamline the design, simulation and performance evaluation of composite structures — especially rotor blades, shells and panels.
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Archer wins competitive bid process to acquire Lilium’s patent portfolio
Acquisition bolsters Archer’s rapidly growing patent portfolio by adding ~300 patent assets covering current and next-gen eVTOL technologies.
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Award-winning Oder river bridge cuts 500 tons of steel with CFRP tension cables
Developed by Carbo-Link and tested by Empa, the Oder Bridge near Küstrin is a heavy rail bridge using 88 CFRP tension members, enabling 120 km/hr train speeds with reduced weight and emissions.
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China's Aerofugia begins production of AE200-100 eVTOL aircraft
Eight-rotor piloted composite aircraft moves into prototype phase for airworthiness certification and large-scale production delivery.
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Composites end markets: Pressure vessels (2025)
H2 economy is set back by Trump policies, tariffs and funding pivot to defense and AI, but composite tanks remain a key segment with sales in CNG/RNG, growth in New Space and potential for H2-electric aviation.
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GE Aerospace, Beta partner on hybrid-electric flight advancement
The companies will co‑develop a hybrid‑electric turbogenerator for use in AAM systems, leveraging GE’s engine tech and Beta’s electric propulsion capabilities.
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Soracle to lead Archer eVTOL aircraft establishment in Osaka
Japan Airlines and Sumitomo joint venture intends to deploy Midnight as the core part of its fleet of air taxi services available in Osaka.
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Kratos becomes exclusive U.S. manufacturer for Elroy Air Chaparral VTOL cargo drone
Five-year partnership leverages Kratos’ expertise in scaled infrastructure and delivering affordable, jet-powered composite unmanned aircraft to put the Chaparral into high-volume production.
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Hybrid eVTOL orders builds Plana’s FAA certification, U.S. relocation momentum
Korean AAM company Vonaer will purchase a total of 20 eVTOL aircraft, ramping up Plana’s certification, capital raising and market entry goals.
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Midnight eVTOL aircraft reaches highest altitude flight to date
Altitudes of 7,000 feet surpass the aircraft’s intended operational altitudes of up to 4,000 feet, marking the flexibility of the platform.
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