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Damage tolerance testing of sandwich composites: The sandwich CAI test
A new ASTM-standardized test method established in 2022 assesses the compression-loaded damage tolerance of sandwich composites.
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Plant tour: BeSpline/Addcomp, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
Composites automation specialist increases access to next-gen technologies, including novel AFP systems and unique 3D parts using adaptive molds.
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Top 10 CompositesWorld news items of 2023
Explore 2023’s standout moments in the composites industry with CW's compilation of the top 10 news articles, determined by Google Analytics.
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Manufacturing tech for scalable Type V hydrogen tank fabrication, CFRP lifecycle management
Cygnet Texkimp’s Multi Roll Stack and composite recycling technology catalyze ASCEND program’s mission to optimize aerospace, automotive hydrogen storage and CFRP sustainability.
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Solar-powered photonic cooling enables energy-saving coating
Passive cooling technology can reduce interior temperatures 5-13°C, offering weight, cost and CO2 benefits for cars, construction, aircraft and more.
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Multi-material, self-sensing, 3D-printed scoliosis braces
Startup Fited and Brightlands Materials Center have developed a lighter weight, thinner CFRP corrective brace, including pressure sensors made from continuous carbon fibers.
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From the CW Archives: Airbus A400M cargo door
The inaugural CW From the Archives revisits Sara Black’s 2007 story on out-of-autoclave infusion used to fabricate the massive composite upper cargo door for the Airbus A400M military airlifter.
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Composites industry heads into slightly accelerated contraction in November
The GBI: Composites Fabricating in November continued its general slow-going path of contraction that began in April 2023.
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Your must-have composites industry guide for 2025
Welcome to CW’s annual SourceBook, your guide to suppliers of machinery, materials, software and other services for the composites industry.
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Reconnecting with the composites industry
CW reflects on this year’s CAMX, the current state of the composites industry and looks ahead to 2024.
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The potential for thermoplastic composite nacelles
Collins Aerospace draws on global team, decades of experience to demonstrate large, curved AFP and welded structures for the next generation of aircraft.
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Welding is not bonding
Discussion of the issues in our understanding of thermoplastic composite welded structures and certification of the latest materials and welding technologies for future airframes.
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