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Braided CF/LMPAEK tube system reduces liquid hydrogen fuel line weight by 50-60%
Herone GmbH’s automated technology, combining tape braiding and press molding, produces lightweight, unitized TPC cryogenic fuel lines for applications like liquid hydrogen aircraft propulsion systems and space launchers.
Stewart Mitchell
Contributing Writer
VIDEO: From PEEK to LMPAEK, and why this material is taking over aerospace
Victrex’s LMPAEK continues proving its value where processing ease meets extreme demands. This snapshot video by ThermoForged and accompanying content published across the CW platform provides an in-depth look at this thermoplastic material.
Read MoreTPRC study considers hybrid epoxy-LMPAEK composite co-cured joints
Research looks to co-curing approach as an alternative to directly connect thermoplastic and thermoset composite configurations without intermediates like rivets or adhesives.
Read MoreToray expands NCAMP qualifications for aerospace-focused Cetex TC1225 LM-PAEK
The thermoplastic composite (TPC) material system now has broadened qualification covering UD tapes and processing methodologies like AFP, ATL, OOA and others.
Read MoreCentury Tool adds thermoplastic composites trial capabilities on-site
Infrared oven investment enables comprehensive glass mat thermoplastic (GMT) and other composite processing trials for industries like automotive and aerospace.
Read MoreA+ Composites presents customizable LM-PAEK towpreg tapes
Produced-to-size carbon and glass fiber format tapes and thin-ply option from 85 µm enable optimal fiber-matrix adhesion, temperature and chemical resistance, along with high reproducibility.
Read MoreShenyang Institute of Automation proposes carbon fiber/PEEK 3D printing and welding for on-orbit structures
Verified through a scaled-down prototype, the technology represents a growing body of work seeking to overcome logistical and cost barriers of in-space manufacturing.
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In oil and gas, an additive manufacturing standard (API 20T) will aid adoption of composites
Polymer AM equipment maker Roboze sees how the oil and gas industry’s way forward with additive is like that of another high-stakes industry, aerospace, and also different in important aspects.
Peter Zelinski
Former Editor-in-Chief, Additive Manufacturing
Reese-solutions GmbH produces thermoplastic composite tubes in <30 seconds/bend
Pultruded carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastics offers use of recycled materials, efficient automation to achieve novel products at lower cost, higher volume.
Read MoreDonghua University demonstrates in situ consolidation of thick low-melt PAEK laminates
SNAPSHOT: Even without using heated tooling, the Center for Civil Aviation Composites achieved thermoplastic composite laminates with <1% voids, near-zero warpage and good consolidation, showing potential for OOA production.
Read MorePlastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing
Hybrid molding is increasing for faster, high-volume production of more integrated parts, but success requires process knowledge which includes new mold developments as processes converge.
Read MoreToray completes NCAMP qualification for Cetex low-melt PAEK
Toray Advanced Composites builds consistency and performance of its fabric-based TPC material while broadening its industry adoption and streamlined integration into certified aircraft structures.
Read MoreTeijin Carbon, A&P Bimax TPUD braided fabric meets scalable composites manufacturing goals
A combination of Teijin Carbon’s UD thermoplastic tapes and A&P Technology’s braided fabrics translates into a PAEK biaxial fabric with minimal crimp, high drapability and other rate-enabling qualities.
Read MoreUltrasonic welding for in-space manufacturing of CFRTP
Agile Ultrasonics and NASA trial robotic-compatible carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic ultrasonic welding technology for space structures.
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Eaton developing carbon-reinforced PEKK to replace aluminum in aircraft air ducts
3D printable material will meet ESD, flammability and other requirements to allow for flexible manufacturing of ducts, without tooling needed today.
Peter Zelinski
Former Editor-in-Chief, Additive Manufacturing
AGY, A+ Composites launch fiberglass thermoplastic tape line
Unidirectional S2 glass fiber reinforced with LM-PAEK and PEI boosts mechanical and thermal and sustainability properties for wrapped and layered composite applications.
Read MoreQueen’s University Belfast presents research in thermoplastic drilling performance optimization
Researchers have published findings from a multi-objective optimization study on carbon fiber-reinforced PEKK drilling in an effort to better understand the material for use in aviation fastenings.
Read MoreHitachi Rail chooses Roboze printers, materials including carbon fiber/PEEK for railway spare parts
The Roboze ARGO 500 will be used at Hitachi Rail factories in Naples, Italy and Maryland, U.S. to reduce cost and delivery times for prototypes and spare parts.
Read MoreCombining multifunctional thermoplastic composites, additive manufacturing for next-gen airframe structures
The DOMMINIO project combines AFP with 3D printed gyroid cores, embedded SHM sensors and smart materials for induction-driven disassembly of parts at end of life.
Read MoreFormula 1 team adopts Roboze 3D printed composites
The Visa Cash App RB Formula 1 team is collaborating with Roboze to reduce weight and create parts with complex geometries via carbon fiber/PEEK.
Read MoreMarkforged develops composite 3D printing technology
The FX10, a composite 3D print system with built-in automation, and Vega, a carbon fiber-filled PEKK material from Markforged, expand on 3D printing applications for customers.
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Hybrid process marries continuous, discontinuous composites design
9T Labs and Purdue applied Additive Fusion Technology to engineer a performance- and cost-competitive aircraft bin pin bracket made from compression-molded continuous and discontinuous CFRTP.
Stewart Mitchell
Contributing Writer
Clean Sky 2 OUTCOME project demonstrates PEEK thermoplastic composite wingbox cover
Airbus Defense and Space, FIDAMC and Aernnova demonstrate out-of-autoclave, one-shot process for wingbox cover with integrated stringers for regional aircraft.
Read MoreDaher CARAC TP project advances thermoplastic composites certification approach
New tests, analysis enable databases, models, design guidelines and methodologies, combining materials science with production processes to predict and optimize part performance at temperatures above Tg (≈150-180°C) for wing and engine structures.
Read MoreTool Gauge, Victrex partner to develop co-molded composite aircraft parts
Novel hybrid overmolding technology achieves novel thermoplastic composite parts to replace machined aluminum components on commercial aircraft, as well as reduce manufacturing costs and timeline.
Read MoreTPRC research studies void removal mechanisms in VBO processing
New publication evaluates vacuum bag only-consolidated carbon fiber/PEEK tapes to determine the role of different void removal mechanisms in thermoplastic composites.
Read MorePEEK vs. PEKK vs. PAEK and continuous compression molding
Suppliers of thermoplastics and carbon fiber chime in regarding PEEK vs. PEKK, and now PAEK, as well as in-situ consolidation — the supply chain for thermoplastic tape composites continues to evolve.
Read MoreTri-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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