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Making an effort to move industry forward
A reflection on the insights, connections and collaboration afforded by attending composite industry events like SPE ACCE and CAMX.
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Streamlining aerospace composites operations with RFID tracking
Tier 1 Sekisui Aerospace’s implementation of RFID tracking, sensors and Xemelgo software at two of its production facilities led to increased productivity, eliminating bottlenecks and reducing labor costs.
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Composites activity still contracting, but slower than previous month
Future business outlook has improved but most other measures have continued contraction or remain “flat.”
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VIDEO: Painting parts with self-learning robots
LestaUSA’s self-learning robots on display at CAMX 2024 enhance composites manufacturing workflow and workforce needs.
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Co-molding SMC with braided glass fiber demonstrates truck bed potential
Prepreg co-molding compound by IDI Composites International and A&P Technology enables new geometries and levels of strength and resiliency for automotive, mobility.
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Episode 48: Richard Apps, Counterpoint Market Intelligence
Counterpoint Market Intelligence will deliver a keynote address at Carbon Fiber Conference 2024, which takes place October 8-10 in Charleston S.C., U.S.
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Modeling and characterization of crushable composite structures
How the predictive tool “CZone” is applied to simulate the axial crushing response of composites, providing valuable insights into their use for motorsport applications.
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Avoiding pitfalls in the design of LFAM composite components
Recoat temperature, part orientation and bead geometry are some key design variables to consider for a successful and reliable large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) process.
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Novel insert technology enables arc stud welding with composites
FAUSST technology enables fast, reliably welded connection of metal components in composite structures.
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Composite materials, design enable challenging Corvette exterior components
General Motors and partners Premix-Hadlock and Albar cite creative engineering and a move toward pigmented sheet molding compound (SMC) to produce cosmetic components that met strict thermal requirements.
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CAMX 2024 Show Daily: Thursday, Sept. 12
To wrap up another successful CAMX trade show, we give a second look at the ACE Award technologies, provide highlights of show floor activity, celebrate legacy CAMX exhibitors and more.
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CAMX 2024 Show Daily: Wednesday, Sept. 11
The second day of CAMX 2024 has all sorts of things in store for attendees, from Tuesday’s keynote centered around the world of AI, to award and poster session winners and what to look forward to at Good Day, CAMX on Thursday.
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