Hannah Mason Technical Editor

Nanomaterials 17 Dec 2019

Multi-walled carbon nanotubes available in three forms

Goodfellow’s multi-walled carbon nanotubes are available as regular powder, “chunky” powder or free-standing “carpets.”

Materials Testing 17 Dec 2019

Flaw detector includes new features to improve inspection workflow

Designed for pressure vessels and pipes, Olympus’s OmniScan X3 flaw detector is said to combine the tools needed for efficient phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) inspections.

Composites 4.0 17 Dec 2019

VR system now compatible with 3DEXPERIENCE platform

VRgineers’ XTAL virtual reality (VR) system is now compatible with Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform.

Carbon Fibers 16 Dec 2019

University of Kentucky receives grant to turn coal pitch into carbon fiber

University researchers will work with industry partners to convert coal tar into carbon fiber for use in high-performance composite applications.

Aerospace 13 Dec 2019

First E175-E2 jet completes maiden flight

The first of three prototypes on its way to certification, the composites-intensive Embraer E-175-E2 jet completed its first flight on Dec. 12.

Aerospace 13 Dec 2019

GKN Aerospace named key supplier for Aerion Supersonic business jet

GKN Aerospace will design and develop the empennage and electrical wiring interconnection systems for the AS2.

Electric Vehicles 13 Dec 2019

TRB Lightweight Structures to open U.S. manufacturing facility

The facility in Richmond, Ky. will focus on high-volume production of automotive components using TRB’s robotics-assisted press-forming process.

Medical 13 Dec 2019

Kaman Composites expands medical customer base

Kaman Composites will supply composite assemblies for Carestream Health’s line of digital radiography products.

Recycling 11 Dec 2019

Carbon fiber composite rail bogie unveiled

The CAFIBO rail bogie is constructed from recycled and surplus carbon fiber and was developed by ELG Carbon Fibre and partners.

Glass Fibers 11 Dec 2019

SGL Carbon produces composite leaf springs for Ford Transit

The glass fiber composite, longitudinal leaf springs are said to weigh 50% less than conventional steel springs.

Cutting/Kitting 11 Dec 2019

Zund America opens new North American headquarters

The digital cutting systems specialist’s new 60,000-square-foot facility in Oak Creek, Wis., U.S. includes expanded space for training and demonstrations.

Core 11 Dec 2019

ATL Composites contributes to carbon fiber composite powerboat hull

Whiskey Alpha eight five is a recently introduced powerboat featuring a carbon fiber composite hull, developed for low weight and high speed.