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Optima 3D demonstrates new 3D weaving technology for ASCC
U.K. company will install compact system with innovative shuttle and digital twin capability for soft and hard composite structures at University of Maine’s new textile lab.
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On the radar: Proliferation of propellers drives CFRP blade production
As propulsion efficiency advances, so too do general aviation and AAM aircraft designs to account for additional efficiency targets. Composite propeller blades are key.
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Wisk Aero completes public demonstration flight of Cora eVTOL aircraft
Wisk’s multi-transition milestone flight showcased the fixed-wing demonstrator aircraft’s capabilities.
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Composites UK launches best practice guide for composites tooling
“Mould Tooling for Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composites” is latest in Composites UK’s series of good practice guides, available online for free.
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TPI, GE agree to expand wind blade production capacity in Mexico
As part of its Q2 2023 earnings, TPI Composites reports an amended supply agreement with GE including new blade production lines in Mexico.
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Base Materials announces new distributor to support growth in European composites market
B. Beyer GmbH will distribute Base Materials’ range of epoxy and polyurethane tooling board materials and ancillary products.
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Clean Sky 2 OUTCOME project demonstrates PEEK thermoplastic composite wingbox cover
Airbus Defense and Space, FIDAMC and Aernnova demonstrate out-of-autoclave, one-shot process for wingbox cover with integrated stringers for regional aircraft.
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Surcar Airlines selects ZeroAvia hydrogen-electric engines to power flights in the Canary Islands
Surcar plans to retrofit Twin Otter seaplanes with the ZA600 powertrain, which will use compressed gaseous hydrogen stored in composite pressure vessels.
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D-JOINTS project helps engineers protect composite aircraft structures from lightning strikes
Design of innovative composite hybrid joints with electromagnetic compatibility project tested and validated two types of joint technologies plus software tool for faster design.
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Zenvo Automotive announces partnership with Managing Composites
New benchmarks for performance, design and safety can be anticipated with the Aurora platform, backed by Managing Composites’ support of the hypercar and supercar industry, and its extensive knowledge in composite materials and simulation.
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