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Safran Nacelles Morocco installs large autoclave, doubles cleanroom per development plan to increase production rates
Extension of 6,000 square meters dedicated to Gulfstream G700/G800 production, groundwork laid to digitalize processes and reduce environmental footprint.
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German UniFix project develops mobile holding fixture to enhance production efficiency of large CFRP structures
Fraunhofer IFAM and Airbus Operations in Stade demonstrate reduced manual handling and non-productive time in flow-oriented manufacturing of vertical tail plane.
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3D printing and AFP join forces in automotive demonstrator
Bavarian auto industry and TU Munich research how to reduce molding costs by combining continuous fiber and 3D-printed composites.
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IATA launches CO2 Connect emissions calculator for commercial flights
Part of increasing green initiatives as aviation seeks to meet sustainability goals by boosting efficiency, weight savings and adaptability.
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Connect Airlines orders Universal Hydrogen conversion of 75 ATR regional aircraft
On path to becoming the world’s first zero-emission airline, Connect Airlines sees demand for 800 such H2-powered regional aircraft over the next decade.
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JEC World 2022, Part 1: Highlights in sustainable, digital, industrialized composites
JEC World 2022 offered numerous new developments in composites materials, processes and applications, according to CW senior editor, Ginger Gardiner, most targeting improved sustainability for wider applications.
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Multi-flange RTM frames enable radical rear fuselage design
The Clean Sky 2 Advanced Rear End (ARE) demonstrator combines patented new frame design, thermoset and thermoplastic composites and smart tooling to advance aircraft design and cut weight, cost and production time.
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First production Comac C919 narrowbody completes maiden flight, price higher than expected
China’s first narrowbody to compete with Boeing 737 and Airbus A320, the C919 nears entry into service and uses composites in common secondary structures.
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RATH prepares for production of advanced oxide ceramic fiber for CMC
New facility in Germany is part of regional supply chain and vision to lead green energy transition using CMC, supported by German government and Composites United’s Ceramic Composites network.
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Cummins debuts 15-liter hydrogen engine and partners with Daimler for fuel cell trucks
Full-scale production of H2 ICE expected in 2027 while Daimler Truck will have initial fuel cell trucks available to select North American customers in 2024.
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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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SuCoHS project: Advancing composite solutions for parts with high thermal and mechanical loads
New materials, structural concepts and manufacturing using sensors for composites that resist fire, temperature and loads while providing weight and cost savings versus metals.
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