Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Wind/Energy

Strohm thermoplastic composite pipes receive DNV certification, reported to have low carbon footprint

Strohm and Evonik’s carbon fiber/PA12 pipes are now fit to use for hydrocarbons transport. A lifecycle report also found the TCP pipes to have a 60% lower carbon footprint than an equivalent carbon steel pipeline.

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Hydrogen Storage

TFP Hydrogen extends coating capability with U.S. line

High-performance, optimized coatings increase system lifetime and efficiency in electrochemical technologies ranging from hydrogen fuel cells and batteries to PEM water electrolyzers.

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Prepregs

Isovolta Group features high-performance Cerapreg material

The silicate-ceramic material is able to withstand high temperatures while offering a weight reduction of up to 40%. 

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Aerospace

James Webb telescope reaches mirror alignment milestone, optics working successfully

Following the completion of critical mirror alignment steps, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has reported optical performance that could exceed original expectations.

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9T Labs’ Red Series awarded Red Dot Design Award 2022

The Red Series, used for the production of continuous fiber-reinforced polymer components, has been officially recognized as a standout in aesthetic design and functionality.

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Joby Aviation nears completion of Part 135 Air Carrier Certification

Joby Aviation has begun the fourth of five stages to receive its Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate from the FAA, a critical step to operating its composites-intensive eVTOL as an air taxi service.

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Sustainability

Armacell launches EPD-compliant ArmaPET Eco50 for energy-efficient construction

Armacell introduces a novel, low-density structural insulating foam based on 100% recycled PET, with improved life-cycle costs and carbon footprint.

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Aimplas joins LIGHTCAR project to develop eco-friendly composite materials

Funded by the Valencian Innovation Agency, novel long fiber thermoplastics aim to lighten electric vehicle batteries by 50-70%

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Core

Expansion begins at Hexcel engineered core operations plant in Morocco

The site will double in size by 2023 to meet increasing demand for lightweight advanced composites from aerospace customers.

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Carbon Fibers

Swissplast Group to produce large-scale 3D-printed components via hybrid LFAM machine

Developed between CMS Advanced Materials Technology and the Fraunhofer Institute, the additive technology produces thermoplastic granulates reinforced with carbon or glass fiber.

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Additive Manufacturing conference 2022 opens call for presentations

The 2022 Additive Manufacturing Conference program, put on by advanced materials sister brand, Additive Manufacturing Media, focuses on 3D printing for scale production.

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Bonding

Conagen develops high-performing debondable adhesives

Sustainable hot melt adhesives aim to resolve traditional hurdles in bonding.

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