Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Hufschmied virtual masterclass demonstrates machining of carbon fiber winglet

Masterclass details how to efficiently manufacture demanding components from high-performance materials with a PPS CFRP winglet as an example.

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Weaving

WEAV3D, GAA partner to expand structural composite opportunities in automotive sector

Tunable, composite lattice structures produced via patented automated weaving process able to support automotive volumes of hundreds of thousands of units per year.

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Carbon Fibers

Cobra International commissions prepreg compression molding production line

Production capacity delivers highly structural prepreg carbon fiber hydrofoil components with a final surface finish straight from the mold.

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SAMPE announces launch plans for SAMPE 365 online community platform

SAMPE neXus event to celebrate the launch of the comprehensive, perpetual community platform June 29-July 1, 2021. 

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Space

NASA invites public to join the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter first powered, controlled flight

A livestream confirming Ingenuity’s first flight is targeted for April 12, with a pre- and postflight briefing, live shots and remote live interviews and a series of informal talks as additional media opportunities.

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Sustainability

SGL Carbon expects moderate recovery for 2021 composite segments

While fiscal year 2020 marked substantial reduction in demand, SGL saw stable EBIT before non-recurring items and positive free cash flow.

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Aerospace

Virgin Galactic SpaceShip III unveiling to deliver commercial space travel

Manufacturing ramp-up and ground testing for VSS Imagine spaceship within the Virgin Galactic fleet, with glide flights commenced for summer 2021.

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Natural Fibers

All-electric SUV motorsport vehicle incorporates Bcomp natural fiber bodywork 

In preparation for the Extreme E racing series, Spark vehicles use ampliTex and powerRibs technologies for more sustainable, efficient and safe off-roading.

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Continuous Composites demonstrates CF3D technology for Lockheed Martin, AFRL WiSDM project

Continuous Composites carbon fiber wing spar structural performance achieves 160% design limit load with no damage detected, offers potential for aerospace-grade composite printing.

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Bonding

WSU-NIAR adds automated TP welding and tape-slitting capabilities to ATLAS facility

Systems to aid in welding process developments for the joining of composite structures via fusion bonding, and support AFP demands.

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Jaguar Land Rover composites project to advance EV lightweighting, reduce emissions

Four-year Tucana project aims to increase vehicle stiffness by 30% cut weight by 35 kilograms, refine crash safety via tailored composites for 2022 prototype fleet.

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Construction

FCI-Marbocote develops anti-corrosion coating suitable for contact with drinking water

Ycon CS Acqua coating is characterized by high levels of resistance adhesion and elasticity, and is ideal for protection of composite substrates, amongst other materials.

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