Materials Testing
Northrop Grumman contributes key composite structures for ULA Delta IV rocket launch
Eleven composite structure such as composite thermal shields, interstage, payload, propellant tanks, produced via hand layup, machining and inspection techniques supported the successful launch.
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NWCC, Cygnet Texkimp collaboration to advance data on winding capability for composite parts
Research project to demonstrate damage tolerance and impact resistance of composite parts manufactured with new multi-axis winder and 3D winding technologies for further development and commercialization.
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AZL to carry out ultra-fast consolidator machine and inductive double-belt press developments
Innovative systems demonstrate highly scalable and flexible consolidation of composite laminates. Follow-up projects to be carried out this year.
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Composite testing challenges, Part 1: Introduction to mechanical testing of composites
A range of standardized mechanical tests for complex composites are available and still under development for materials development, design and quality control requirements.
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Design innovations improve efficiency of composite medical table
WIT-Composites' efforts to design a more effective all-composite surgical table led to development of complex components and an elastic carbon fiber material.
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Study demonstrates improved abrasion resistance using TFP aramid nonwovens
Study shows aramid veil acts as a sacrificial layer to protect the underlying reinforcement, improves durability and extends composite structure lifespan.
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New Tennessee FRP bridge to promote composites use for rural infrastructure
Embedded fiber-optic sensors to give IACMI and industry partners critical performance and safety data of composite bridge deck, promote federal, state and local adoption of composites.
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Continuous Composites demonstrates CF3D technology for Lockheed Martin, AFRL WiSDM project
Continuous Composites carbon fiber wing spar structural performance achieves 160% design limit load with no damage detected, offers potential for aerospace-grade composite printing.
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Hexagon Digital Wave starts continued life service testing on composite cylinders for breathing apparatus
Tested tanks returned for extended service life with Antarctic Fire Department, prevents landfill on Antarctica continent.
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Alpine Advanced Materials thermoplastic nanocomposite demonstrates UV resistance
UVA and UVC testing on the aviation-grade thermoplastic nanocomposite, HX5, found no performance degradation or impact on physical appearance.
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