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Composites 4.0 25 Nov 2020

Part 2: Applying CT scan data analysis and visualization to composites

Advanced CT-scan analyses can offer deep insight into challenges faced when examining novel composites and hybrid material behavior or performing quality and certification testing. Part two of a two-part series.

Aerospace 24 Nov 2020

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.

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Carbon Fibers 20 Nov 2020

Hybrid, large-format additive tooling: Lighter, faster, less costly molds for big parts

Additively manufactured cores, CFRP face skins produce large tools for prototype, low-volume aerostructure parts.

20 Nov 2020

Automated Composites Knowledge Center

Here, in the Automated Composites Knowledge Center, CGTech brings you vital information about all things automated composites.

Perspectives and Provocations 19 Nov 2020

Cloudy skies ahead for composites

In light of the uncertainty the composites industry faces, business travel, the supply chain and the inability to develop next-generation leaders are concerns to watch for leading into 2021.

Economics 19 Nov 2020

Composites activity expansion quickens in October

Seasonal shipping rush sends supplier delivery reading higher, marking the first time since mid-2019 that the Index reported two consecutive months of expanding business activity.