Hexagon vision inspection eliminates manual inspection process
According to AMRC’s case study, Hexagon’s composite inspection technology uses 3D modeling to scan and map fiber orientation data, generating a 3D profile of the part being inspected.
Read MoreUniversity of Kentucky, ORNL partner to turn coal into high-value carbon fiber
The $10 million research partnership will focus on creating energy-efficient and cost-effective processes for the manufacturing of carbon fiber.
Read MoreTPI Composites announces second quarter 2020 earnings results
Returning to pre-COVID capacity levels, the company has extended two supply agreements and added production lines, adding approximately $800 million of potential contract value.
Read MoreRoyal DSM presents glass-filled polypropylene granules for 3D printing
The glass-filled polypropylene (PP), optimized for fused granulated fabrication (FGF) is suitable for additive manufacturing of structural and demanding applications.
Read MoreUnited Launch Alliance wins multi-year competitive contract award
The award enables ULA to launch critical national security space missions for the U.S. Space Force.
Read MoreFuture Composite Manufacturing virtual symposium for AFP and AM
The virtual symposium, held Sept. 9-10, 2020, will focus on current state, trends and opportunities for automated fiber placement (AFP) and additive manufacturing (AM).
Read MoreDUNA introduces Corafoam tooling board product line
The 2-Ib polyurethane Corafoam HPT-35 makes for efficient production of prototypes, is non-toxic and can be applied to composite layup tooling.
Read MoreVirgin Galactic completes milestones for Mach 3 aircraft concept
In addition to unveiling the high-speed aircraft design, Virgin Galactic signed an MOU with Rolls-Royce. This follows the company’s completion of its Mission Concept Review and FAA authorization.
Read MoreAdditive Manufacturing Media announces new educational presentation series, AM InDepth
Presented with IMTS Spark, the series will explore how 3D printing technology is changing the face of manufacturing.
Read MoreHexagon Purus to produce high-performance composite pressure vessels
The subsidary of Hexagon Composites has been awarded a contract to design, develop, qualify and produce for a new major aerospace company.
Read MoreCovestro machine developed for direct infusion of polyurethane rotor blades
Covestro’s tailor-made Baulé machine enabled production of a 64.2-meter-long polyurethane turbine blade.
Read MoreAIT Bridges ships first composite bridge system to the West Coast
Comprised of 12 fiberglass composite arches, the bridge was spliced, transported and reassembled on-site, expediting the building process.
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