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Novel composite aims to resolve self-healing material challenges
University engineering researchers have developed and tested self-healing composites capable of self-repairing in place repeatedly without losing healing properties, as well as enhancing resistance to fracture.
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Swinburne AIR Hub partners with NIAR to drive local, international aerospace innovations
Collaboration will focus on digitization of aerospace composites, advanced manufacturing technologies and specialized simulation capabilities to pave the way for cleaner, greener, more affordable aviation.
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Archer Aviation sets ambitious target to build 250 eVTOLs in 2025
With its upcoming unveiling of the composite Midnight eVTOL, Archer Aviation forecasts a rapid production ramp-up in the following years.
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OCSiAl graphene nanotubes enhance dielectric properties of GFRP pipes
Nanotubes grant permanent, uniform anti-static properties and are compatible with most resin types and manufacturing processes, enabling composite pipe use in high-risk facilities.
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Faurecia advances biocomposites, recyclability, reduced CO2 and sustainability in automotive
Efforts include advancing NAFILean materials family in weight reduction and sustainability, as well as new Sustainable Materials division and R&D Center.
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Collins Aerospace selected by AFRL to build thermoplastic composite fin for F-16
Part of $100 million, five-year investment to advance, qualify thermoplastic composites for military and commercial aero applications.
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Tri-Mack introduces thin, lightweight thermoplastic composite enclosures
Durable, low-cost manufacturing support wide range of industrial uses, with option for embedded EMI shielding.
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Solico composite engineers bring comfort, flexibility to new Axile Bionics ankle prosthetic
Lunaris is Solico’s first medical prosthesis design, using advanced composite components to reduce weight and outer dimensions, and enhance wearability.
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Carbon Fiber Recycling now accepts carbon fiber bobbin waste
Carbon Fiber Recycling is capable of processing depleted carbon fiber bobbins, provides opportunities for manufacturers looking to recycle 100% of their waste stream.
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Toray Composite Materials America to double Torayca T1100 production capacity
The upgrade to the company’s Decatur, Alabama, carbon fiber plant is set to begin April 2023 in order to support rising demand in defense applications.
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