Kaman launches composite blade development program for K-MAX helicopter
The multi-year program consists of design, manufacture, test and qualification of an all-composite blade for Kaman’s intermeshing rotor system.
Read MoreNouryon increases MEKP production for North America
Nouryon has started production of Butanox, one of its methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEKP) products, at its Pasadena, Texas, U.S. site, to serve the North American market.
Read MoreSFS Intec, TxV to redesign aircraft bracket using thermoplastic composites
Originally made from aluminum, the new bracket will be made of VICTREX AE 250 composites overmolded with VICTREX PEEK polymer.
Read MoreNETZSCH and Swinburne partner on Industry 4.0 composite Testlab
NETZSCH’s unique in-mold cure monitoring technology will be implemented in Swinburne’s Industry 4.0 carbon-fiber composite product Testlab.
Read MoreFRP composite piles chosen for bridge rehab at New Jersey seaside resort
Composite Advantage’s fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite pipe pilings will replace aging timber fenders on bridges at New Jersey’s Cape May resort.
Read MorePRF Composite Materials announces new unidirectional prepreg line
PRF’s new UD prepreg capability includes carbon materials from 80 to 600gsm, at standard widths of 300 mm and 600 mm.
Read MoreAirbus to expand aerospace activities at Ottobrunn/Taufkirchen site
The expansion includes an Industry 4.0 factory to automate and digitalize the production of solar arrays for satellites, as well as expanded clean rooms for optical satellite instruments.
Read MoreOxford-based engineering company adds one of the largest 3D printers in the U.K.
Dash-CAE has invested in one of the largest 3D printers in the U.K. to help accelerate manufacturing in composites.
Read MoreBoeing introduces Airpower Teaming System unmanned aircraft
The unmanned aircraft is intended to complement and extend airborne missions through smart teaming with existing military aircraft.
Read MoreIACMI, Abaris host collaborative training workshops
The IACMI/Abaris workshops are aimed at mitigating the critical skills gap in the composites technical industry and growing a skilled composites workforce nation-wide.
Read MoreTods Aerospace to to design and manufacture first class seating for Safran
Tods Aerospace will work with Safran on composite structures for a new upper first class suite and will advise on the configuration, engineering and materials selection.
Read MoreRolls-Royce tests Advanced Low Pressure system (ALPS) for UltraFan engine
Composite elements of the Advanced Low Pressure system (ALPS), including fan blades, a fan case and annulus fillers, were tested together on a donor engine.
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