Materials
UNIST develops CFRP droplet-based electricity generator
Researchers have validated the S-FRP-DEG system’s ability to accurately convert the impact of falling rain into electrical signals, achieving an autonomous power source for drainage control.
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The need for process modeling in filament winding applications
A discussion of how temperature, mandrel material and thickness, plus other factors affect the outcome of repeatable filament-wound composite shell manufacturing.
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One-shot compression molding enables main rotor blades that achieve 20,000 hours between overhauls
Hill Helicopters engineered composite main rotor blades using a novel single-cure manufacturing process for stiffness and mass distribution optimization.
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Teijin Ltd. launches proof of concept for recycled PC traceability
Teijin is evaluating the effectiveness of Circularise’s Digital Product Passports through simulation in complying with the EU’s ELV directive.
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CarbonTT achieves certification of Carbon Chassis for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van
SNAPSHOT: After 7 years of development, CFRP chassis offering ≈20% more payload obtains Certification of Conformity & Compatibility.
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Canada bitumen carbon fiber facility completes installation of Harper International scientific line
Alberta Innovates, as part of its new research center, commissioned and installed Harper’s carbonization line with 3 kilograms/day capacity.
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Multilayer TPC achieves electrically conductive, gas-impermeable fuel cells at 100 microns
Carbon ID hydrogen fuel cell bipolar plates for aerospace combine contradictory properties for a corrosion-free alternative designed for 1 million m²/year production.
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KAI demonstrates thermoplastic and infused structures for future airframes
Korea Aerospace Industries advances its expertise through a welded TPC fuselage section and resin-infused wing skin module and torsion box demonstrators.
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Stack3d demonstrates composite LFAM proficiency with trade show booth furniture series
Functional and recyclable glass fiber-reinforced PETG booth elements are achieved through robotic pellet-extrusion technology.
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MT Aerospace CFRP upper stage tank for Ariane 6 passes preliminary design review
Part of its ongoing work in the COSTELAS project, MT Aerospace’s segmented sandwich panel architecture reports significant mass reduction.
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