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Sikorsky hybrid-electric VTOL demonstrator to inform future missions
Long-range, autonomous HEX aircraft prototype featuring a composite airframe serves as evaluation of large VTOL aircraft design, novel propulsion systems and control architectures for military and commercial purposes.
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AIM3D, Naddcon implement digital process chain for 3D printing
The ExAM 255 multi-material 3D printer from AIM3D, integrated into Siemens’ NX design software, opens up new optimization possibilities for 3D-printed designs, demoed by a 3D-printed GFRP component.
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NASA names university teams for aeronautics research challenges
As part of the agency’s University Leadership Initiative, three multidisciplinary teams will address topics related to growth in AAM, while a fourth examines electricity generation for future airliners.
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Anmet launches chipboard panels made from recycled composites
Starting from university R&D collaborations, the Polish recycling company has patented a shredding and manufacturing process for wood-replacement chipboards for use by the construction industry.
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RWE Sofia offshore wind farm to use Siemens RecyclableBlades
Large offshore wind farm in the U.K. will have 44 out of 100 of its wind turbines equipped with recyclable composite blades, the largest order to date.
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Research predicts first commercial eVTOL passenger routes, applications
A new survey commissioned by Horizon Aircraft asked 100 professionals when they think the first UAM passenger routes will be operational, and what uses would be considered the most practical.
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McLaren celebrates 10 years of the McLaren P1 hybrid hypercar
Lightweight carbon fiber construction, Formula 1-inspired aerodynamics and high-performance hybrid powertrain technologies hallmark this hybrid vehicle, serve as a springboard for new race cars.
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Archer nears completion of first Midnight aircraft build
All major aerostructures and systems have been built and installed to begin pilot flight test operations with the conforming composite aircraft in early 2024.
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Limosa taps Airborne composites expertise to build LimoConnect
Airborne’s capabilities will support airframe prototyping, automated production of the Limosa LimoConnect eVTOL + eCTOL aircraft from prototype through to serial production to help meet 2028 entry-into-service goals.
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Pilot program turns EOL wind blades to liners for pipe infrastructure
TPI Composites, Tex-Tech and Carbon Rivers partner to process wind blades, pyrolyze the material and use the recovered glass fibers to give new life to damaged existing pipelines.
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