Workforce Development
U.S. Air Force funds multifunctional composites collaborative research
Florida State universities, AFRL and industrial collaborators to study multifunctional composites R&D for aerospace and defense, prep students as next-gen polymer scientists and engineers.
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ACMA, ACI and NEx announce plant certification for composites producers
Development and deployment of a new plant certification program to establish clear standards for production of FRP bars and tendons for use in concrete.
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University of Limerick seeks to improve composites recycling solutions
VIBES project focuses on recycling technology maturation to develop bio-based, intrinsically recyclable materials for waste elimination, circular economy.
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Abaris adds advanced composite auto repair course to 2022 schedule
This class, running April 11 and Nov. 3, is devoted to hands-on repair practices and classroom learning to understand composite materials and processes relative to the original structure and the repair.
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Swinburne University of Technology opens industry-spanning R&D hub
AIR Hub plans to create innovative materials, manufacturing processes to lightweight and automate production of aerostructures and space systems.
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IACMI highlights new program, workforce developments
IACMI covers collaborations for a Center for Composite and Hybrid Materials Interfacing (CHMI), the development of a regional talent development strategy and establishment of a learning network to develop the industry’s workforce.
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Volkswagon launches new research collaboration with ORNL, University of Tennesse, Knoxville
Projects involve integration of advanced functional materials, novel recycling and wireless charging concepts to support electric mobility and sustainable transportation.
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Purdue University composites center opens large-scale additive lab, seeks consortium partners
Purdue’s Composites Manufacturing and Simulation Center (CMSC) cut the ribbon on the Thermwood LSAM Research Lab, which partners can access with Purdue’s ADDITIVE3D simulation module.
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ITA Group offers new pre-competitive partnership model for industrial companies
January 2022 partnership model enables more collaboration between science, research and industry on future composite projects, from materials to the final part.
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People in Composites: October 2021
KraussMaffei, Composites United, Montalvo, Carbitex, Arkema Group, Vertical Aerospace and Lockheed Martin announce new appointment hires in the composites industry this month.
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