Nanomaterials
SGL Carbon inaugurates production hall for graphite-based automotive components
This completes a 3-year expansion project of SGL Carbon’s production capacities for specialty graphite-reinforced automotive components in Bonn, Germany.
Read MoreToray uses carbon nanotube composites for ultra-high frequency communication
Toray says that its ultra-high frequency (UHF) printed radio-frequency identifier (RFID) has potential application in retail and logistics operations.
Read MoreRadiophysicists study the properties of composites for 5G devices
Radiophysicists at Tomsk State University are forming a database of composite materials properties for creation of 5G and space communication devices.
Read MoreResearchers develop nano-barrier for CFRP space applications
Developed by the University of Surrey and Airbus, the new nano-barrier material is intended to eliminate moisture absorption issues in spacecraft components.
Read MoreShin-Etsu Chemical Co. to manufacture, market new hydrocarbon resins for 5G electronics, aerospace
Developed per a licensing agreement with materials company Novoset LLC, the resins are said to possess ultra-low dielectric loss properties for electronics.
Read MoreResearchers develop carbon nanotube heat shield
A team of researchers from Florida State University is developing a design for for a carbon nanotube-based heat shield for use on satellites, rockets and jet aircraft.
Read MorePeople in Composites: December 2019
Boston Materials, Composites UK, Gougeon Brothers, Gurit, Nano Dimension, SAMPE, Shape and Thermwood announce new hires and retirees in the composites manufacturing industry.
Read MoreIACMI: Driving innovation in the advanced composites industry
Since its start in 2015, the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) has come a long way in its mission of advancing composites innovation. CTO Uday Vaidya reflects on the past five years.
Read MoreMulti-walled carbon nanotubes available in three forms
Goodfellow’s multi-walled carbon nanotubes are available as regular powder, “chunky” powder or free-standing “carpets.”
Read MoreMultifunctional composites could help achieve structural supercapacitors for EVs
In a recent study, functionalized graphene/nanofiber electrodes showed 2X modulus, strength and 5-10X multifunctional efficiency.
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