Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

AON3D introduces high-temperature 3D printer, software platform

The Hylo “smart” printer and accompanying Basis software simplify and expedite the printing of open market materials, fiber-reinforced composites and polymers.

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CompPair healable composites, recycled carbon fibers featured in ID Genève luxury watch

HealTech prepregs enable 400x faster regenerative properties for the new Circular C product, along with incorporation of industrial waste fibers for a sustainable touch.

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Kordsa obtains SBTi approval for emission reduction targets

Sustainability roadmap is anticipated to reduce production-related emissions by more than 45% by 2030.

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XlynX Materials introduces PFAS-free BondLynx molecular adhesive

Improved version of BondLynx eliminates fluorine for a more sustainable adhesive option, while still outperforming conventional adhesive bonding strength.

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People in composites: October 2023

New personnel and leadership appointments have been announced this past month by Johns Manville, Airbus, Aquapak Polymers, ZeroAvia, Daher, Velocity Composites and Fives.

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EHang progresses operations, commercial deployment of EH216-S

Since the granting of its type certification, EHang is working toward production and airworthiness certification, along with prioritizing safe operations and accountability leading up to the eVTOL’s release.

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Norco develops composite clamshell coverings to protect Siemens engines

The IP55-related GFRP clamshell cocoons protect gas turbine engines during transport while simplifying loading and unloading processes.

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ARIS introduces polymer-free ceramic composite

Fireproof, lightweight ceramic material ALEC2 is highly sustainable, suitable for manufacturing a variety of aerospace products, as well as marine and other industries.

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DITF researches lignin-based protective coating for natural fiber geotextiles

The bio-based coating was applied to yarns and textile surfaces to extend service life with positive results, suggesting its future application in civil engineering.

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Hydrogen fuel storage systems purchased for Solaris hydrogen-electric buses

New Hexagon Purus supply agreement ramps up decarbonization of European public transportation sector.

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CUBIC project to develop 100% recyclable composite hydrogen container, car seat

For 42 months, the Aitiip Technology Center will coordinate the EU-funded project to design a new range of intermediate materials, such as pellets or resin-impregnated carbon fibers, which will be used to manufacture more sustainable final products.

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API Metrology streamlines aerospace manufacturing with Dynamic 9D LADAR

Mounted onto an autonomous guided vehicle (AGV), the inspection system enables quick, precise and noncontact data collection for aerospace parts, including those made with composites.

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