Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

10 Jan 2023

RPS Composites introduces robust, reliable joint for FRP piping systems

The Grooved Adapter system from RPS Composites is designed for mildly corrosive environments, complies with ASME NM.2-2020 qualifications and pipe system ratings.

Materials Testing 6 Jan 2023

RACER achieves “power on” test, prepares for 2023 maiden flights

Initial function checks were conducted at the Airbus Helicopter facility in Marignane, France, signaling the next step for the composite rotorcraft demonstrator and its highly collaborative teams.

Pressure Vessels 6 Jan 2023

TPI, GE extend supply agreements, plan next-gen wind blade design collaboration

TPI has manufactured wind blades for GE since 2008. New commitments will lead to the development of new blade types and potentially more production lines in 2023.

Sustainability 6 Jan 2023

National Composites Centre participates in Horizon Europe GREEN-LOOP project

Research-intensive 17-partner innovation project will develop new sustainable and circular strategies with novel bio-based products using rubber, bioplastics and wood composites.

Aerospace 6 Jan 2023

American Airlines partners with Safran to reduce environmental footprint with lighter, more efficient brakes

Boeing 737NG fleet will be upgraded with carbon fiber brakes to enhance operational performance and reduce operating costs while maintaining sustainability commitments.

Carbon Fibers 5 Jan 2023

Babyark launches smart, composites-intensive car seat

Impact-absorbing car seat approaches safety holistically with carbon fiber and D3O materials and embedded sensors for real-time monitoring.

Advanced Air Mobility 5 Jan 2023

Horizon’s Cavorite eVTOL prototype completes initial hover testing

Reports confirm the aircraft is extremely stable, is capable of full hover at only 65% power and has hovered with 20% of its fans purposely disabled.

5 Jan 2023

G6 Materials enters collaboration agreement with MADE Advanced Materials

The “Collaborative Project” is intended to explore the possibility of using fiber-reinforced composites with graphene-enhanced resin.

Aerospace 4 Jan 2023

Stellantis to build Midnight eVTOL aircraft with Archer

Stellantis is to contribute advanced manufacturing technology and expertise, experienced personnel and capital, in addition to help stand up Archer’s new composites manufacturing facility, with the ultimate goal of becoming Archer’s exclusive contract manufacturer.