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24 Aug 2026 Hydrogen Storage
Cellsius Readies Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft for First Flight in Switzerland
The ETH Zurich student team’s H2-Sling aircraft, featuring a hydrogen fuel cell system with Type 4 carbon fiber tanks, awaits Swiss regulatory clearance for a maiden flight ahead of a planned crossing of the Alps.

21 Aug 2026 Advanced Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility Completes First Partial Transition Flight
Eve Air Mobility's eVTOL aircraft prototype reached 30 knots and 90 feet in 3 minutes, marking a critical step in transitioning from vertical to wing-borne flight and validating its pusher propulsion system.

19 Aug 2026 Defense
Joby Aviation Scales Defense Business Through Resonant Sciences Acquisition
The deal will expand Joby's defense business with classified infrastructure, RF-sensing capabilities and a rapidly growing EBITDA-positive operation supporting active U.S. national security programs.

17 Aug 2026 Mass Transit
Büfa Gelcoat Targets EN 45545-2 Rail Fire Standards
Büfa Composite Systems’ Firestop Gelcoat S 320 can support HL3 classifications in composite rail components when paired with compatible resin systems.

14 Aug 2026 Pressure Vessels
Infinite Composites Secures More than $5.5M in NASA Contracts for Lunar Propellant Tanks
Additional $2.9 million in CLPS-related contracts leverages Infinite Composites’ pressure vessel manufacturing equipment expansions and the growing demand in space programs.

12 Aug 2026 Advanced Air Mobility
Joby Aviation Establishes Texas Hub at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport
The 45,000-square-foot location brings a significant eVTOL aircraft presence to Texas as Joby prepares for its first eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) flights across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
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27 Aug 2026 Molds/Tools
Curve Works CTO Reflects on 10-Year Path to Bureau Veritas Approval
SNAPSHOT: Francois Geuskens says the Approval in Principle validates the vision that led him to start Curve Works 10 years ago, replacing costly one-off tooling with adaptive mold, panel-based composite construction.

21 Aug 2026 Additive Manufacturing
Evergreen Additive Scales LFAM for Marine Tooling to Fielded Vessels
SNAPSHOT: Founded in 2025, the additive manufacturing company has installed CEAD robot printer, signed materials agreement with Airtech and fielded four composite unmanned surface vessels.

21 Aug 2026 Thermoplastics
Laser-Assisted Thermoplastic AFP In Situ Consolidation at Industrial Speed
CW talks to Layway founder Fedor Antonov on the physics of in situ consolidation, what the aerospace market failed to democratize and the central unsolved problem of industrializing this composites manufacturing technology.

19 Aug 2026 Design/Simulation
Schrödinger 2026-3 Release Advances Composite Matrix Design Tools
The update adds coarse-grained backmapping for resin structure modeling and an agentic AI co-scientist, Bunsen, now in beta.

19 Aug 2026 Aerospace
Eptek’s Precision-Cast Tooling Board Eliminates Bondlines for Automotive, Aerospace
Near‑net shape casting reduces machining time and improves surface integrity for automotive styling models and aerospace composite tooling.

19 Aug 2026 Materials Testing
Forward Engineering Box TRA Testing Evaluates Battery Enclosure Fire Protection
SNAPSHOT: Demonstration of its Box Thermal Runaway (Box TRA) test is used to evaluate composite, metallic and multi-material battery enclosure and fire barrier solutions under representative thermal runaway conditions.
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28 Aug 2026 Workforce Development
ATC Manufacturing Breaks Ground on 2027 Idaho Facility Expansion
Multiple projects are lined up to replace legacy metallic and thermoset aerospace and defense parts with thermoplastic composites. The facility also offers job availability and workforce development opportunities.

28 Aug 2026 Space
Second Phase II STTR Awards Supports AnalySwift Mission to Enable TPC Welding, Unwelding in Space
The $899,738 NASA grant will fund 2-year activity to develip robotic welding tech that addresses long-duration space mission challenges.

28 Aug 2026 Infusion
GWT Composites Details Balanced-Flow Infusion for Sandwich Panel
SNAPSHOT: The company has shared footage of a controlled infusion process designed to keep resin flow fronts synchronized above and below a carbon fiber core.

28 Aug 2026 Compression Molding
Video Tour Highlights Xelis X-CCM Thermoplastics Process
SNAPSHOT: The behind-the-scenes video details how Xelis, part of Avanco Composites, processes materials ranging from polypropylene to PEEK and LM-PAEK into load-optimized composite structures.

26 Aug 2026 Construction
Pultron Composites Opens Brisbane Warehouse for GFRP Rebar
The Geebung facility will stock Mateenbar GFRP rebar locally as Queensland infrastructure projects increasingly specify corrosion-free reinforcement over steel.

26 Aug 2026 Automotive
SGMW Industrializes Bamboo Fiber Composites for its Automotive Interiors
SGMW is replacing conventional plastics with locally sourced and manufactured high-performance bamboo fiber composites across 11 part categories in 20+ vehicle models.
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28 Aug 2026 Infusion
GWT Composites Details Balanced-Flow Infusion for Sandwich Panel
SNAPSHOT: The company has shared footage of a controlled infusion process designed to keep resin flow fronts synchronized above and below a carbon fiber core.

28 Aug 2026 Thermoplastics
Video Tour Highlights Xelis X-CCM Thermoplastics Process
SNAPSHOT: The behind-the-scenes video details how Xelis, part of Avanco Composites, processes materials ranging from polypropylene to PEEK and LM-PAEK into load-optimized composite structures.

28 Aug 2026 Compression Molding
Hydraulic, Pneumatic Presses Deliver Components Engineered for Demanding Environments
CAMX 2026: Wabash MPI showcases custom hydraulic and pneumatic press solutions engineered for aerospace, automotive, and defense composite applications.

28 Aug 2026 CAMX
Automated Process Systems Build Digital Continuity, Composites Manufacturing Intelligence
CAMX 2026: Coriolis, alongside partner Perellion, is showcasing its various AFP platforms, AI-driven process intelligence and design-for-manufacturing tools built to accelerate composite production at scale.

28 Aug 2026 Electrical
National Composites Week 2026: Infrastructure and Construction
In celebration of National Composites Week, CW takes a look at how composite materials are enabling gains across the built environment, including power grids, data centers and concrete structures.

24 Aug 2026 Defense
Bringing Proven FMC Technology to U.S. Manufacturing
Domestic, non-styrene-based carbon fiber SMC for next-generation mobility and defense applications.
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19 Jun 2026 Feature
Composites end markets: Energy (2026)
Composites continue to drive energy innovations, from new materials and installations of recyclable wind blades to nuclear CMC and offshore oil pipelines.

10 Jun 2026 Curing
Snap-Cure Epoxy Prepreg Systems: Thermoset Performance at Thermoplastic Speeds
The autoclave has long defined thermoset composites processing — snap-cure epoxy prepreg systems are built around the premise that it doesn't have to.

13 Apr 2026 Composites 101/Basics
Composites End Markets: Aviation and Advanced Air Mobility (2026)
Market outlook highlights commercial, defense and bizjet upturn, shift to Asia/rise of India while supply chain struggles to meet rate, AAM begins pivot toward commercial routes plus trends in civil UAS, electric aircraft and the latest in composites developments.

7 Jan 2026 Composites 101/Basics
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.

17 Dec 2025 Feature
Composites end markets: Industrial (2026)
Composites solve performance, weight, durability challenges and more in a variety of industrial applications. Recent notable examples include fire truck pumps, biogas reactor tanks and shipping pallets.

11 Nov 2025 Troubleshooter
Thermoplastic composite fabrication: Thermal processing
Establish a proper thermal cycle during TPC rapid forming and achieve reproducible, successful parts through key material selection and process method understanding.
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8 Sep 2026
Solving the Production Rate Challenge in Aerospace & Defense Composites
Aerospace and defense manufacturers face the challenge of increasing throughput while maintaining structural performance and controlling costs as production demands rise. Fast-cure composite materials offer one way to shorten manufacturing cycles, but understanding performance and processing tradeoffs is essential before implementation. Join us as we examine the engineering considerations behind fast-cure composites, including cure kinetics, exotherm behavior and comparative performance data. We will also demonstrate how cure simulation provides additional insight during process development. Attendees will gain practical insight into evaluating fast-cure composite materials for high-rate aerospace and defense manufacturing. Agenda Manufacturing Opportunities: Finding the right balance between throughput, cost and structural performance in aerospace and defense composites Setting the Baseline: Reviewing established, qualified prepreg performance data and what “equivalent performance” really means when evaluating a faster-cure alternative The Data: Comparing mechanical performance, cure time, exotherm behavior and processing options for a proven prepreg system and a fast-cure alternative Cure Simulation: Live demo of a cure simulation tool that helps manufacturers predict cure behavior before starting production

13 Oct 2026
What Seven Labs Discovered When They Tested the Same Composite, Six Ways
Even when labs follow ASTM and ISO standards to the letter, tensile test results for unidirectional carbon fiber composites can still vary—and the reasons why aren't always what you'd expect. A recent global round-robin study involving seven labs and six coupon designs set out to find the real sources of variability and the results challenge some long-held assumptions about specimen geometry, strain gauge accuracy and sample preparation. In this webinar, Instron will walk you through the study's key findings, what they mean for your own testing practices and how the right tools and methods can help you get more consistent, trustworthy data from every test. Agenda The study at a glance—How seven labs and six coupon designs were used to pinpoint what really drives variability in composite tensile testing The real culprit behind inconsistent results—Why sample preparation and cutting method matter more than coupon shape or which lab runs the test Strain measurement, reconsidered—What the data shows about optical extensometers and DIC versus traditional strain gauges Validating a clean break—How high-speed imaging confirmed failure locations and what that means for interpreting your own results Putting it into practice—Instron products and services that help you apply these findings to get more reliable data from your unidirectional tensile tests

On Demand
Material Advantage: How Advanced Composites Shape the Modern Battlefield
As modern warfare evolves towards increased speed, autonomy, and precision, the role of advanced composite materials has become more critical than ever. This webinar explores how high-performance carbon fibers and advanced composite materials enable breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, and space- based domains. Key topics include light-weighting for extended range and endurance, thermal performance, producibility, connectivity, and affordability.Drawing on recent applications in unmanned systems and higher operating temperature platforms, the discussion highlights how material selection and architecture directly influence mission effectiveness and survivability. Attendees will gain insight into emerging material technologies, manufacturing considerations, and qualification opportunities with defense applications.The session concludes with a forward-looking perspective on how composites will shape future battlefield dynamics, including increased autonomy, increased rate, and distributed systems all within rapid decision-making environments.AgendaOverview of the evolving battlefield and how advanced composite materials act as key enablersAdvancing affordable mass manufacturing for defense platforms through high-rate composite solutionsDatabase materials for accelerated, cost-effective part qualificationAdvanced material solutions engineered for structural performance, high-temperature environments, and radar transparency (low dielectric applications)

On Demand
High-Performance, Non-PFAS Options For Release & Protective Films
Despite the versatility of fluoropolymers in demanding, high-performance applications under harsh environments, many of them have been classified as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and are facing increasing regulatory scrutiny. However, polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) is outside all current regulatory definitions of PFAS due to the lack of full fluorination and the presence of hydrogen on each carbon in the backbone of the polymer. This positions PVF as a sustainable alternative to traditional fluoropolymers while retaining outstanding weatherability, durability and chemical resistance. In this talk, DuPont will review composite applications currently commonly utilizing PFAS materials and the status of PVF as a non-PFAS fluoropolymer within the regulatory landscape. DuPont will highlight PVF's exceptional surface protection and barrier properties, its compatibility with multiple composite manufacturing processes and its multifunctional use as a release film. Agenda Review of current PFAS regulations and in-scope materials Use cases for PFAS materials (films and coatings) in composite applications Non-PFAS options: range from non-fluorinated lower-performance materials to non-PFAS polyvinyl fluoride Overview: what PVF is, why it is non-PFAS and what its attributes are Real-world case studies

On Demand
Low-Dielectric Thermoset Materials for Radome Design: Selection, Qualification and NCAMP Allowables
As aerospace and defense radar systems push into higher frequency bands with increasingly complex antenna arrays, radome material selection becomes a critical design variable. Composite architectures must simultaneously satisfy dielectric performance targets and structural, thermal, and environmental qualification requirements that vary across platform and mission profiles.In this webinar, Tom Sutter of Renegade Materials examines the latest low-dielectric thermoset material systems developed for radome applications, with emphasis on how specific Renegade systems address design requirements across relevant frequency ranges. The session covers material qualification pathways, manufacturing challenges, and an NCAMP-published design allowables database — a publicly available resource for reducing qualification risk and supporting certification efforts.Attendees will leave with a technical framework for evaluating and qualifying next-generation radome materials against electrical, structural, and regulatory design requirements.

On Demand
Integrating AI and Machine Learning to Accelerate Composite Resin Formulation
Artificial intelligence and machine learning have entered into everyday usage, but what impact can they have on polymer and ceramic matrix composites development? Composite performance depends heavily on matrix properties that govern processability and operational stability. Increased digitization is providing clear value across industries, but successful application in composite resin formulations requires a clear understanding of the key questions and insight into the critical design factors. Combining expert know-how and atomic-level detail with powerful artificial intelligence and machine learning tools enables resin formulation teams to maximize successful design initiatives. This webinar will demonstrate how integrating machine learning with molecular simulation enables faster, more informed development of next-generation resin formulations.

3 Sep 2026 New & Upcoming
Establishing and Monitoring Surface Cleanliness and Contamination for Adhesion Quality Register Now
Events See All

9 Sep 2026
SPE ACCE 2026
The Society of Plastics Engineers Automotive Composites Conference & Exhibition (SPE ACCE) is a global forum for the automotive and transportation industries to learn about the latest advancements, applications and benefits of polymer composites (thermoset and thermoplastic) for lightweighting, performance, sustainability and electric vehicles (EVs). Hosted annually by SPE’s Automotive & Composites Divisions, it brings together OEMs, suppliers, academia and professionals for technical presentations, exhibits, networking and student competitions.

14 Sep 2026
NDIA - 2026 Women In Defense National Conference
NDIA hosts 2026 Women In Defense National Conference on Sept. 14, 2026 in Arlington, VA.

17 Sep 2026
Wings of Change: Navigating the Future of Sustainable Aerostructures
“Wings of Change: Navigating the Future of Sustainable Aerostructures,” is the flagship workshop of the ATLAS Cluster, bringing together five Horizon Europe projects (CompSTLar, TOSCA, PLEIADES, pAIramid and HyperMorpH) to showcase the breakthroughs reshaping the future of aerospace composites.Spanning the entire value chain, from novel recyclable materials and automated manufacturing to digital twins, AI, virtual certification and next-gen aircraft concepts, the workshop offers an opportunity to explore how five complementary European Union initiatives are jointly redefining the future of aviation.Join everyone in Zaragoza, Spain, or online, for a day of expert presentations, interactive discussions and cross-project networking.

21 Sep 2026
CAMX
The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) combines the strengths of AMCA and SAMPE for a comprehensive and annual North American event focused around the composites and advanced materials industries. It features an exhibition hall, educational sessions and networking opportunities for professionals across the supply chain.

21 Sep 2026
NDIA - 2026 Undersea Warfare Fall Conference
NDIA hosts 2026 Undersea Warfare Fall Conference on Sept. 21-23, 2026 in Groton, CT.

30 Sep 2026
ASTM D30 September 2026 Meeting
Taking place in conjunction with the American Society for Composites 41st Annual Technical Conference.

8 Sep 2026 New & Upcoming
NDIA - Emerging Technologies for Defense Conf. & Exhibition Register Now
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10 Jan 2024
Jetcam addresses the economic importance of efficient material nesting
Jetcam’s latest white paper explores the critical aspects of nesting in composites manufacturing, and strategies to balance material efficiency and kitting speed.

8 Jan 2024
Arris Composites demonstrates advantages of natural fibers applied with Additive Molding
Arris presents mechanical testing results of an Arris-designed natural fiber thermoplastic composite in comparison to similarly produced glass and carbon fiber-based materials.

27 Dec 2023
Cevotec white paper presents novel approach for H2 tank production
Cevotec, a tank manufacturer, Roth Composite Machinery and Cikoni, have undertaken a comprehensive project to explore and demonstrate the impact of dome reinforcements using FPP technology for composite tanks.

23 Nov 2023
KCARBON and KIST develop lyocell/PLA/wood biocomposites
Initial demonstration in furniture shows properties two to nine times higher than plywood, OOA molding for uniquely shaped components.

1 Nov 2023
Exel Composites releases guide for design considerations in composite tubes
The composite tubes white paper explores some of the considerations for specifying composite tubes, such as mechanical properties, maintenance requirements and more.

21 Jul 2023
UAMMI white paper addresses composites recycling in Utah
Foundational research discusses the current carbon fiber recycling landscape in Utah, and evaluates potential strategies and policies that could enhance this sustainable practice in the region.
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27 Aug 2026 Defense
National Composites Week 2026: Defense
A National Composites Week compilation of top defense composites articles, from ceramic matrix materials to high-rate manufacturing innovations bridging defense, aerospace and space.

26 Aug 2026 Space
National Composites Week 2026: Space
With 43,000+ satellites set to launch by 2034 and the advanced space composites market hitting $4.61 billion by 2033, fabricators are scaling up fast. Explore the technologies and applications that are enabling this boom.

25 Aug 2026 Aerospace
National Composites Week 2026: Aviation and AAM
What better to way to celebrate this year’s NCW theme “Built to Scale” than to look back at some of the top aviation stories of the yar so far?

24 Aug 2026 Sheet Molding Compound
Bringing Proven FMC Technology to U.S. Manufacturing
Domestic, non-styrene-based carbon fiber SMC for next-generation mobility and defense applications.

21 Aug 2026 Work In Progress
Laser-Assisted Thermoplastic AFP In Situ Consolidation at Industrial Speed
CW talks to Layway founder Fedor Antonov on the physics of in situ consolidation, what the aerospace market failed to democratize and the central unsolved problem of industrializing this composites manufacturing technology.

19 Aug 2026 Glass Fibers
Praana, 3B and Original Composites & Fiberglass: The Next Chapter
Praana’s acquisition of Owens Corning’s glass reinforcements business and resulting integration with 3B into Original Composites & Fiberglass brings scale, expansion into India, Asia and investment in a new model for global glass fiber composites.

28 Aug 2026 Infrastructure
National Composites Week 2026: Infrastructure and Construction
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19 Aug 2026 Wind/Energy
DITF Pursues High-Value rGF, rCF Textile Reinforcement as Part of REWIND Project
The DITF is developing yarns and fabrics for new components, succeeding in rGF-reinforced PA6 yarns and studying long fiber delamination (LFD) tape processing.

19 Aug 2026 Epoxies
CCIC Develops Closed-Loop Continuous RCF Remanufacturing Process, Demonstrates Via Auto Components
China’s CCIC has developed a catalytic recycling pathway that reclaims full-length carbon fibers and reusable polyols from thermoset composites, highlighted via a hybrid automotive hood using virgin carbon fiber outer skin and ContRGF core.

12 Aug 2026 Sustainability
Recycled High-Density Transom Boards Increase Performance, Reduce Costs
REC's transom boards made from recycled composite waste offer nearly double the compression and shear strength of competing products — at a lower cost — and are already being adopted by leading marine manufacturers.

5 Aug 2026 Automotive
SUPERPAN Project to Produce Recyclable, Highly Scalable Structural Composite Panels for Vehicle Lightweighting
Ideko, Aimplas and Birka Composites are considering thermoplastics and automated process development to enable multidirectionally reinforced panels that reduce vehicle weight, cut emissions and advance sustainable transport manufacturing.

31 Jul 2026 Wind/Energy
Vitrimer Chemistry Brings Reversability to Thermoset Resins
CAMX 2026: Techstorm’s patent-pending vitrimer resin platform is designed to recycle at temperatures as low as 80°C, targeting full recyclability for wind turbine blades.

29 Jul 2026 Sustainability
Nlcomp Opens RFactory, With Sustainable Composites and Maritime Projects in the Works
The 2019 startup’s first production facility is already in operation to meet its ambitious project pipeline, including Offshore 34 fit-out, rComposite sails manufacture and other R&D activities.

21 Aug 2026 Carbon Fibers
Lineat Adopts Techlan's Recycled Release Liners
Knowledge Centers

CompositesWorld Collections
CW’s editors are tracking the latest trends and developments in tooling, from the basics to new developments. This collection, presented by Composites One, features four recent CW stories that detail a range of tooling technologies, processes and materials.

High-Temp Composites

Automated Composites
In this resource, CGTech offers vital information about the benefits, processes, and vendors behind automated composite manufacturing.

Sustainability
The composites industry is increasingly recognizing the imperative of sustainability in its operations. As demand for lightweight and durable materials rises across various sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, and construction, there is a growing awareness of the environmental impact associated with traditional composite manufacturing processes.

Sensors for Composite Processing

The Now and Next in Composites

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Composites and Carbon Fiber in Hydrogen Storage
The materials, manufacturing processes, market and energy trends driving use of carbon fiber composites in global hydrogen storage applications for fuel cell-powered trucks, buses, trains and passenger vehicles.
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CW Tech Days

High-Temp Composites
As defense and space missions push the boundaries of performance, the demand for advanced materials that can endure extreme environments and conditions continues to grow.

Composites in Infrastructure and Construction
CompositesWorld’s CW Tech Days: Infrastructure event offers a series of expert presentations on composite materials, processes and applications that should and will be considered for use in the infrastructure and construction markets.

Composites in Advanced Air Mobility
Explore the cutting-edge composites industry, as experts delve into the materials, tooling, and manufacturing hurdles of meeting the demands of the promising advanced air mobility (AAM) market. Join us at CW Tech Days to unlock the future of efficient composites fabrication operations.

Thermoplastics for Large Structures
Thermoplastics for Large Structures, experts explored the materials and processing technologies that are enabling the transition to large-part manufacturing.

Sustainability in Composites Manufacturing
Explore the technologies, materials, and strategies that can help composites manufacturers become more sustainable.

Design, Simulation and Testing Technologies for Next-Gen Composite Structures
CompositesWorld’s Tech Days: Design, Simulation and Testing Technologies for Next-Gen Composite Structures is designed to provide a multi-perspective view of the state of the art in design, simulation, failure analysis, digital twins, virtual testing and virtual inspection.

New Space Applications
Explore the technologies, materials and strategies used by composites manufacturers working in the evolving space market.

Bonding and Welding
Explore the latest technologies and strategies involving bonding and welding, essential processes in the assembly and manufacturing of composite materials, providing reliable methods for joining components.

Merging Materials and Technologies for Infrastructure and Construction
During this CW Tech Days event, sponsored by Composites One, experts will offer presentations to review and evaluate the composite materials, processes and applications that should and will be considered for use in the infrastructure and construction markets.

Composites in the Hydrogen Economy
In these sessions, experts will discuss the emerging hydrogen economy and the opportunities for composites in this lucrative space.
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Composites in Hydrogen Storage
A report on the demand for hydrogen as an energy source and the role composites might play in the transport and storage of hydrogen.

Recycled Composites
This collection features detail the current state of the industry and recent success stories across aerospace, automotive and rail applications.

Thermoplastic Composites
This collection details the basics, challenges, and future of thermoplastic composites technology, with particular emphasis on their use for commercial aerospace primary structures.

Tooling
This collection features recent CW stories that detail a range of tooling technologies, processes and materials.

Thermoplastics 28 Aug 2026

ATC Manufacturing Breaks Ground on 2027 Idaho Facility Expansion
28 Aug 2026

ICS Becomes Annual U.K. Gathering for Women in the Composites Industry Europe
Space 28 Aug 2026

Second Phase II STTR Awards Supports AnalySwift Mission to Enable TPC Welding, Unwelding in Space
Core 28 Aug 2026

GWT Composites Details Balanced-Flow Infusion for Sandwich Panel
Compression Molding 28 Aug 2026

Video Tour Highlights Xelis X-CCM Thermoplastics Process
Automotive 28 Aug 2026

Vehicle- and Equipment-Focused Defense OEMS are Invited to SPE ACCE 2026 for Free
Construction 28 Aug 2026

National Composites Week 2026: Infrastructure and Construction
27 Aug 2026

Olin, Huntsman Shareholders Approve All-Stock Merger of Equals
Molds/Tools 27 Aug 2026

Curve Works CTO Reflects on 10-Year Path to Bureau Veritas Approval
Defense 27 Aug 2026

National Composites Week 2026: Defense

Sustainability

Automotive 10 Mar 2020

Norton buffing wheels use minimal compound to maximize product life

Key applications include automatic or semi-automatic buffing, cut buffing and mush buffing in a range of markets such as automotive, hardware, oil and gas and more.

Wind/Energy 9 Mar 2020

Ducommun licenses WSU lightning strike protection for composite wind blades

New technology showed no damage after up to 8 lightning strikes and can be repaired in 20 minutes.

Weaving 5 Mar 2020

Corrosion-resistant composite piping over the long haul

Three decades of lessons learned using corrosion-resistant glass fiber-reinforced composites in piping at SABIC’s Netherlands chlorine production plant.

Work In Progress 4 Mar 2020

Greener camping: Sonic X breaks barriers

Prototype travel trailer generates excitement, leads to new commercial models.

Sustainability 28 Feb 2020

Covestro provides sustainable composite material for Toyota electric concept car

Components of the Toyota LQ will be made from a new kenaf fiber-reinforced polyurethane foam composite material.

Sustainability 27 Feb 2020

NASA, OceanGate collaborate on manufacture of carbon fiber pressure vessels

The pressure vessels built through this agreement will be used on OceanGate’s latest deep-sea Cyclops submersible.

Sustainability 27 Feb 2020

Proving out LMPAEK welding for Multifunctional Fuselage Demonstrator

Clean Sky 2 STUNNING project will manufacture lower thermoplastic fuselage while MECATESTERS will test LMPAEK in conduction and induction welding for parameters, cyclic loading, aging and environmental effects .

Aerospace 26 Feb 2020

Wind energy: Gale force growth ahead

Columnist Dale Brosius addresses recent accomplishments, forecasts and recycling challenges affecting the wind energy industry — and composites use within it.

Carbon Fibers 25 Feb 2020

EuCIA announces addition of new carbon fiber data to Eco Impact Calculator

The European Composites Industry Association’s Eco Impact Calculator is a free life cycle assessment tool to calculate a composite part’s ecological footprint.

Adhesives 25 Feb 2020

Using mobile susceptors to innovate thermoplastic induction welding

IS Groupe and Arkema patent ISW for high-strength UD welds, temperature control and 50% less energy.

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