Addcomposites installs AFP-XS at Compositadour and integrates humm3 flash lamp
French technology platform expands access to composites beyond aerospace, while humm3 offers cost-effective dry fiber and thermoplastic tape placement in addition to CF/epoxy prepregs.
AFP tow steering comes of age, Part 1: Current state
It used to be enough that AFP systems could precisely and quickly place and cut multiple tows to build complex aerostructures. Now, fabricators need those tows steered, and the tighter the radius, the better.
#f-35 #airbus #nextgenaerospace
Next-generation aerospace mold release application
Chem-Trend reviews three application techniques and strategies for its Zyvax® 1070W aerospace mold release system.
Continuous Composites opens demonstration facility for 3D printing composites
The new building demonstrates the company's patented Continuous Fiber 3D Printing (CF3D), and reflects the relationships it has built over the years with industry members.
#continuousfiberAM
CFP Composites announces global distributor network for carbon fiber tooling
The wide range of global distributor partnerships will provide short lead time deliveries, local knowledge and outstanding customer service.
Canada launches advanced air mobility consortium
The newly launched Canadian Advanced Air Mobility Consortium (CAAM) looks to accelerate the implementation of electric- and hydrogen-powered, vertical take-off flight in Canada.
Polestar announces production plans for natural composites-intensive BEV
The Precept battery electric vehicle, developed by Volvo’s Polestar brand, is said to feature Bcomp interior and exterior flax fiber composite panels.
#sustainability #electricvehicles
Symmetrix Composites, American Magic partner for America's Cup
Prepping the U.S. challenger for the 36th America’s Cup, Symmetrix applied its large format 5-axis CNC machine to produce the patterns and molds within sub-millimeter accuracy.
VisiConsult launches high-precision CT system
The modular device is a highly customizable system designed to precisely inspect a wide variety of test parts.
Large-format additive manufacturing
Thermwood presents its Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) system, designed to quickly fabricate large fiber-reinforced polymer structures for a variety of applications.