Anisoprint launches Aura 2.1 slicing software for continuous fiber 3D printing
New features include “masks” giving users greater control over fiber reinforcement in an easy-to-visualize manner.
#continuousfiberAM
NCC proposes natural fiber use for SME subterranean transport network
Under an NCC SME Boost program, research indicates composite reinforcements will reduce material, manufacturing costs and prove more sustainable for innovative SME project.
#biomaterials #sustainability
AnalySwift and University of Central Florida work with NASA to develop thin-ply composites
Materials will be characterized and performance modeled for wide array of aircraft and space applications.
#space
Thermoplastic tapes reinforced with textile-based PAN carbon fiber
IACMI project trials inline production of thermoplastic tapes reinforced with textile-based PAN carbon fiber.
#precursor #polyacrylonitrile #workinprogress
Videos / Podcasts
Invar, wire additive manufacturing expand aerocomposite tooling options
Invar facesheets and backing structures are candidates for large-format 3D printing to more quickly and efficiently produce aerostructures tooling.
#workinprogress #boeing
Clean Sky 2 SHERLOC project advances SHM for composites
New video shows goals, framework, sensors and tests for more affordable, smart composite fuselage
#cleansky #composites4_0
CFP Composites launches low-cost, carbon fiber laminate that processes like metal
The BM-5 laminate board can be screwed, tapped, fastened, bonded and painted just like a metal, and requires no prepreg, layout or curing. It also has a comparable cost to metal, removing operator and financial barriers to adopt carbon fiber.
University of Stuttgart, Institute of Aircraft Design uses adaptive mold technology from Adapa
Reconfigurable mold aids development of digitally-manufactured composite parts for reduced-emissions transport vehicles.
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.
Altair named official supplier for Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team
With the 36th America’s Cup yacht race approaching, Altair’s design platform has enabled a systematic and detailed approach to composite optimization for the racing team’s boat.
Braided preforms meet phase-change tooling
A program from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory adopts automated braiding and phase-change tooling for a complex geometry unmanned aircraft part.
#trends
Invar, wire additive manufacturing expand aerocomposite tooling options
Invar facesheets and backing structures are candidates for large-format 3D printing to more quickly and efficiently produce aerostructures tooling.
#workinprogress #boeing
NCC proposes natural fiber use for SME subterranean transport network
Under an NCC SME Boost program, research indicates composite reinforcements will reduce material, manufacturing costs and prove more sustainable for innovative SME project.
#biomaterials #sustainability
AnalySwift and University of Central Florida work with NASA to develop thin-ply composites
Materials will be characterized and performance modeled for wide array of aircraft and space applications.
#space
McLaren Artura features new composite architecture
The Artura is a plug-in hybrid that uses the new McLaren Carbon Lightweight Architecture.
MMC Pistons for the T.50 Supercar
For the extreme application in the 654-hp V12 engine, Cosworth turned to a metal-matrix composite for piston production.
Sicomin GreenPoxy resins contribute to first NFC wind turbine nacelle
Sicomin’s bio-based resins, intumescent FR gelcoats and UV-resistant clear coatings meet stringent requirements for Greenboats’ 7.3-meter natural fiber composite nacelle.
#biomaterials #layup
Solvay to develop composite structure for Vertical Aerospace eVTOL aircraft
Composite and adhesive technologies will be supplied to Vertical Aerospace for a zero-emissions, all-electric prototype scheduled for a September 2021 test flight.
#uas #adhesives
Hydroelectric turbine blade design propelled by composites
Glass fiber composites power the development of a modular, spiral-shaped hydroelectric micro turbine blade for low-cost, high-efficiency renewable energy generation.
#focusondesign #sustainability
NEW PRODUCTS: DESIGN & TOOLING
Anisoprint launches Aura 2.1 slicing software for continuous fiber 3D printing
New features include “masks” giving users greater control over fiber reinforcement in an easy-to-visualize manner.
#continuousfiberAM
Hybrid metal composite four-disc milling cutter reduces machining times by 78%
CompoTech and Hofmeister steel and carbon fiber tool achieves 50% faster cutting speed and 54% higher feed rate compared to conventional two-disc tools.
#cuttingtools
Toray nanoalloy technology develops new flexible and toughened polymer
New polymer combines PA6 with polyrotaxane and retains high thermal resistance, rigidity and strength with a bending fatigue limit that is 15-fold that of conventional polymers.
Testia releases multi-method acquisition system for NDT inspection methods
Multi-method UE1 Box, phased array U32 Box and SKD architecture improve activity efficiency and meets technical specifications on a flexible, cost-effective platform.
#ndi #airbus
CFP Composites launches low-cost, carbon fiber laminate that processes like metal
The BM-5 laminate board can be screwed, tapped, fastened, bonded and painted just like a metal, and requires no prepreg, layout or curing. It also has a comparable cost to metal, removing operator and financial barriers to adopt carbon fiber.
AIMS Metrology introduces coordinate measurement machine for large parts inspection
Suited for composites applications in a range of industries, the Summit is engineered with a 5-axis scanning probe, REVO-2 sensors and options for automation.
