Scott Francis

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Aerospace

OHB to negotiate implentation of ESA exoplanet research satellite

The European Space Agency has selected OBH System AG as industrial prime contractor to negotiate the implementation of its PLATO satellite, which will detect and conduct research into exoplanets.

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Autoclave

Shape doubles their factory space

Continued expansion at Shape includes the addition of 5,000 square feet of space to their manufacturing facility for expanded machining operation and in-house composites R&D.

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Aerospace

Airbus and Rolls-Royce sign UltraFan engine flight testing agreement

Airbus’ powerplant integration expertise to play an important role in optimising the fuel efficiency gains of Rolls-Royce’s UltraFan engine demonstrator.

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Carbon Fibers

Solar-powered vehicle from Cal Poly PROVE Lab to challenge world record

The PROVE Lab car is made of carbon fiber composites and features more than 100 ft2 of solar panels.

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Weaving

Chomarat develops new carbon fiber tape for Figaro Beneteau 3

Designed to meet the standards of industrial production, the new C-TAPE reinforces the foils of the Figaro Beneteau 3, which improve the monohull’s stability and performance.

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Aerospace

Airbus Ultra Long Range A350 XWB performs first flight

The latest variant of the A350 XWB family of aircraft will enter service with launch operator Singapore Airlines in the second half of 2018.

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Carbon Fibers

Solvay launches high-performance carbon fiber tape for offshore oil and gas applications

Evolite F1050 is a market first high-performance thermoplastic composite with continuous carbon fiber reinforcement for demanding offshore oil and gas applications.

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Adhesives

New Products: April 2018

CW’s monthly roundup of new products for the composites industry.

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UAMMI to produce 3D printed parts for Air Force

The Utah Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Initiative has been awarded nearly $1M in federal funds to produce carbon composite additive manufactured parts for the Air Force.

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Defense

US Army Research Laboratory develops technique for adaptive composite materials

In collaboration with the University of Maryland, the US Army Research Laboratory has developed a technique that causes a composite material to become stiffer and stronger on-demand.

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Composites 4.0

Plataine wins customer leadership award for its IIoT-based manufacturing optimization

Frost & Sullivan recognizes Plataine with the 2018 North American Customer Value Leadership Award for its IIoT-based manufacturing optimization solution.

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Pressure Vessels

Teijin expands with new bases in China and Taiwan

Teijin has established bases in Shanghai, China and Taipei, Taiwan  to capitalize on the expanding demand for carbon fiber.

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