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MT Aerospace completes COSTELAS project critical design review
Large-scale sandwich composite structure is being developed under ESA program to advance reusable space launch systems.
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Polaris reaches €7.1 million in private funding for spaceplane development
Polaris welcomes new shareholder Dienes Holding supporting the German startup’s path to spaceflight, hypersonics commercialization.
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AmpliTex-constructed solar-powered ferry hits the Adriatic Sea
The Marservis PROeco is a mass transportation marine vessel using Bcomp natural fiber for interior parts in place of standard materials.
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Boom Supersonic XB-1 supersonic jet accomplishes third flight
Supersonic demonstrator aircraft has successfully completed its third flight using digitally optimized aerodynamics, carbon fiber composites and advanced supersonic engine intakes.
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Borealis fiberglass PP with 65% PCR applied in landmark automotive project
Together with Plastivaloire and Stellantis, the new Peugeot 3008’s center console structure is being produced with Borealis’ Borcycle M GD3600SY material grade.
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ITHEC 2024 keynotes feature Boeing, HiCAM and large-scale adoption of thermoplastics
Keynotes for the International Conference and Exhibition on Thermoplastic Composites on Oct. 9-10, 2024 include Randall Wilkerson’s update on the Hi-Rate Composite Aircraft Manufacturing project as well as Toray’s progress toward large-scale adoption.
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DITF, RBX Créations develops hemp-based pulp for filament-spun cellulose fibers
Partners present a complete process chain for the development of hemp-based fibers, yarns and fabrics using energy- and resource-saving processes.
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ACP announces 91% increase in U.S. clean energy capacity since 2023
American Clean Power Association latest findings indicate that 2024’s second quarter of solar, energy storage and wind additions will set the stage for a record year.
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Toray obtains ABS type approval for in-situ VARTM ship repairs
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certifies use of jointly developed CFRP repair technique on FPSO and FSO industrial systems, addressing traditional steel restoration challenges.
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Hexcel transitions winter sports prepregs to HexPly Nature range
Full production conversation to the company’s bio-derived product range is one step of many Hexcel has taken to deliver sustainability to winter sport industry customers.
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