Design/Simulation
CFRTP enables better, greener smartphones
Carbon Mobile’s “monocoque” design eliminates separate case, cover and frame, better protects electronics and simplifies disassembly.
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Monash Motorsport constructs FSAE autonomous, electric vehicle with ATL Composites materials
Composite are incorporated into the vehicle’s monocoque chassis, aerofoils, aerofoil endplates and other components to suit high aerodynamic loads, minimize mass and enhance efficiency for the globally competitive team.
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National Composites Centre wild water champion spearheads project for U.K.’s first sustainable kayak
A wild water kayak, made from composite materials and manufactured using Recyclamine technology, presents new solutions for sustainability and a challenge for graduate engineering team.
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Plant tour: National Institute for Aviation Research, Wichita, Kan., U.S.
NIAR, located at Wichita State University in the heart of the American aerospace manufacturing industry, has evolved to become a premier hub of teaching, R&D, creativity and innovation.
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Ducati introduces lightweight motorcycle seat support rear frame
Forged molding compound (FMC) material from Mitsubishi Chemical and Gemini Composites replaces aluminum part on Ducati Hypermotard 939, reduces part weight by 40%.
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Formula Electric Belgium's Titan race car features EconCore rPET honeycomb
Front wings and undertray comprise the honeycomb core material, the latter reducing wing weight by 26% compared to the previous year, and able to withstand forces 1,000 times its own weight.
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Qarbon Aerospace partners with Georgia Tech to address advanced structures in civilian vertical lift vehicles
Demonstration, testing, repair and maintenance of thermoplastic airframe structures will address technical barriers and make a business case for use of composites, metamaterials and AM for civilian air mobility.
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HAV Group receives preliminary approval for hydrogen-based energy system for ships
Norwegian Maritime Authority approves LH2 tank design under the FreeCO2ast project, paving the way for commercialization of the zero-emissions marine system.
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Clemson Composites Center: Working with industry to transform composites
Offering liquid and thermoplastic composites molding, LCA-weighted simulation, full testing to validate materials/process data cards, CCC’s digital life cycle approach unites manufacturing, microstructure, part property map and structural analysis.
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Two-time F1 champion Fernando Alonso, SimplyEV debut Kimoa e-bike at Miami Grand Prix
The Formula One driver’s sustainable mobility Kimoa brand is debuting its fully customizable carbon fiber e-bike powered by 3D printing firm Arevo.
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