Combining AFP with 3D printing for flexible parts production
Electroimpact creates a multifunctional manufacturing cell for complex, aero-quality continuous fiber composite parts.
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Airbus Corporate Jets launches TwoTwenty business jet
Based on the Airbus A220, the ACJ TwoTwenty business jet’s cost, reliability and high performance address the requirements of the heavy and long-range business jet categories.
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Kinetic NRG, ACS-A design composite hydro-electric turbine blade
The 1.5-meter composite blade will enable Kinetic NRG’s hydro-electric generator to generate power in Australian channels and streams at flow rates of two meters per second.
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Mold cleaners, primers, sealers and internal/external releases
AXEL Plastics reviews its line of mold cleaners, primers, sealers and internal and external mold releases designed for closed mold and pultrusion manufacturing processes.
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How Digital Cutting Technology Reduces Costs and Improves Flexibility
Automated cutting of composites reinforcement and other technical textiles is faster, more accurate and can result in dramatic reductions in material waste and labor. Having the right software is the key to getting the best results.
EHang unveils heavy-lift autonomous aerial vehicle
With a payload of 200 kilograms, the EHang 216L opens up commercial opportunities for short-to-medium-haul air logistics in both urban and rural areas.
Physical testing to characterize composites
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments reviews use of static tests, impact tests, internal observations and fracture observations to assess and characterize the physical properties of composite parts and structures.
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Vitrimers: The reprocessable thermoset
Vitrimers are not classic thermosets and they are not classic thermoplastics, but they behave like both and as such offer the best of both worlds. CW catches up with Mallinda for an explanation.
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Nedcam adds CEAD AM Flexbot for 3D printing using DSM materials
The two companies will explore new applications in tooling, large-sized and circular end-use parts.
Composites Academy launches online training with hands-on exercises
Composites Expert and Institut de Soudure partner to provide interactive advanced composites training to students and professionals worldwide.
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