Scott Francis Editor-In-Chief

NDI 19 Mar 2018

Matrix Composites accredited by Nadcap

Matrix Composites, Inc. reports it will appear on the Qualified Manufacturers List (QML) for composites as a Nadcap accredited company.

Carbon Fibers 19 Mar 2018

Covestro begins commercial production of CFRTP

Covestro announces it will begin commercial production of its lightweight, high-strength continuous fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composite material.

Wind/Energy 19 Mar 2018

TPI and Vestas partner to open new China-based facility

TPI Composites, Inc. announces a multiyear supply agreement with Vestas to provide blades for the new V150-4.2 MW wind turbine for global markets.

Aerospace 19 Mar 2018

Boeing 737 MAX 7 flies for the first time

After a successful first flight, the 737 MAX 7 will begin a comprehensive flight test program leading to certification and delivery in 2019.

Aerospace 16 Mar 2018

Airbus adjusts assembly rates for A380 and A400M

The new plan involves the production of six A380s per year starting from 2020 and eight A400Ms per year as of 2020.

16 Mar 2018

Materion and EDRO announce distribution agreement

EDRO GmbH will become the exclusive distributor of high performance MoldMAX alloys in Europe.

Marine 15 Mar 2018

Lehvoss partners with Livrea Yacht to build 3D printed sailboat

World’s first 3D printed yacht to compete in the 2019 Mini-Transat solo transatlantic yacht race.

Automotive 15 Mar 2018

TPI and Navistar to build all-composite Class 8 truck

Class 8 truck comprised of a composite tractor and frame rails will result in an estimated 30% reduction in weight and improve freight efficiency.

Aerospace 15 Mar 2018

Book review: Practical Analysis of Aircraft Composites

Resource book by Brian Esp, Ph.D. provides practical application of theory for engineers working with aircraft composites.

Automotive 15 Mar 2018

Magna launches Germany-based Composites Center of Excellence

The new Composites Center of Excellence aims to help European automakers meet emissions requirements with lightweight structures and exterior components made of advanced materials.