Materials Testing
Impact tests on RAMSSES ship hull demonstrator show resilience of composites
Damen Shipbuilding and project consortium partners test 6-meter-high, resin-infused composite hull section.
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ENLIGHTEN program launched to speed thermoplastic composites industrialization
Multi-scale modeling, testing, sensors and machine learning will advance understanding and algorithms to achieve process control and optimization for both aerospace and automotive supply chains.
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Contactless measurement of temperature, pressure in composites
Magnetic microwires enable contactless measurement of temperature and pressure during cure and in service.
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NCC proposes natural fiber use for SME subterranean transport network
Under an NCC SME Boost program, research indicates composite reinforcements will reduce material, manufacturing costs and prove more sustainable for innovative SME project.
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Clean Sky 2 SHERLOC project advances SHM for composites
New video shows goals, framework, sensors and tests for more affordable, smart composite fuselage
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Northrop Grumman completes rocket motor validation test for Vulcan Centaur
The 63-inch-diameter graphite epoxy motor (GEM 63XL) was developed in partnership with United Launch Alliance to provide the rocket with additional lift capability.
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Bercella develops carbon fiber monocoque for Hypercar model racer
Carbon fiber chassis, FIAS and RIAS will ensure the SCG 007 racer’s compliance with new power and weight regulations for its participation in the 2021 Le Mans 24 Hours race.
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Agility Prime completes Joby eVTOL airworthiness evaluation report
The U.S. Air Force’s initiative to accelerate the vertical aircraft market lays the groundwork for the use of Joby’s eVTOL equipment for military missions.
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Uncrewed Loyal Wingman conducts first high-speed taxi test
The aircraft has been through low-, medium- and high-speed taxi tests since October. Flight testing is to commence in early 2021.
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EcoPulse hybrid aircraft demonstrator completes Preliminary Design Review
PDR completion paves the way toward validating the project’s feasibility and firming up the architecture for a first flight scheduled in 2022.
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