Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Intelligence-based design, advanced simulation capabilities added to Siemens NX software

Part of the company’s Xcelerator portfolio, Siemens NX has been revamped for design, topology, lattice and orientation optimization as well as enhanced AI and ML functionality.

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Aerospace

Boeing all-composite cryogenic fuel tank proves technology readiness

Ultra-lightweight tank passes critical test campaigned  by NASA, intended for a variety of aerospace applications and beyond.

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Thermoplastics

Tepex composite opens up new opportunities for electric skateboards

The continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic is used for a trough-shaped skateboard deck application, notable for its high torsional and bending strength, light weight and moisture protection.

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EIT Manufacturing opens “Call for Proposals 2023” to accelerate European manufacturing innovation

Innovators, research organizations, universities, major corporations, startups and businesses are encouraged to participate. Chosen organizations will receive financial support and network connections to assist tech development.

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Aerospace

Declaration of Toulouse hails European commitment to decarbonize aviation

Public authorities and private stakeholders in Europe reach an agreement for continued decarbonization technology maturation, innovation support, industrial alliance implementation.

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Composites One names Leon Garoufalis president and CEO

Garoufalis has been with Composites One and GLS Composites Distribution since 1988, serving a range of leadership roles in sales, marketing and operations.

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Ketones

Cygnet Texkimp thermoplastic lab line build supports composites innovation

Direct Melt Impregnation Thermoplastic Line to enable faster development of composites technology in automotive, aerospace, construction and energy markets through dedicated customer trials.

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Construction

ASTM International to develop proposed standard for inspection of FRP building repairs

Proposed specification will provide process and procedure uniformity, and  inspection consistency for different applications.  

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Sustainability

The NCC, Skanska trial low-carbon, basalt fiber-reinforced concrete

Study is critical to understanding the impact of low-carbon concrete and advanced composite reinforcement systems in the construction sector, and its contributions toward low-carbon emissions, structural performance and EOL recycling.

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Aerospace

Wichita, Mississippi State request industry feedback and participation in advanced materials survey

Research program under the FAA ASSURE Center of Excellence to identify, assess and understand composites and advanced material systems used in unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility designs.

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FlatHyStor project to advance hydrogen storage system R&D for hydrogen-powered vehicles

Hexagon Purus joins forces with BMW, Bosch and TesTneT for €6 million project, brings expertise in Type IV high-pressure cylinders.

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Defense

Lockheed Martin's LMXT strategic tanker aircraft will be made in Alabama and Georgia

The LMXT is produced as a composites-intensive A330 airliner at Airbus’ Mobile, Alabama, facility and converted into tanker role at Lockheed’s facility in Marietta, Georgia.

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