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TPRC research studies void removal mechanisms in VBO processing
New publication evaluates vacuum bag only-consolidated carbon fiber/PEEK tapes to determine the role of different void removal mechanisms in thermoplastic composites.
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Aeler smart composite containers enter Portuguese market
Navex, part of Grupo ETE, will be representing Aeler in the Portuguese and Cape Verde markets to bring the innovation to the maritime sector.
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Loop Technology develops robotic arm for wing box inspection
Part of an R&D project with Spirit AeroSystems, the seven-axis Bravura robotic arm automates inspection and sealing within small spaces like aircraft wing boxes.
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FACC reports growth due to short- and medium-haul aircraft, potential expansions
Citing a 22% increase in revenue, FACC plans to expand its workforce and Plant 6 in Croatia as it pursues continued growth in civil aviation, UAM and space sectors.
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NIAR labs receive AS, ISO certification
The National Institute for Aviation Research’s ATLAS facility receives AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 certification. The AMP Lab was awarded AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 certification.
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Siemens Gamesa, Airborne develop automatic preforming robot system for offshore wind blades
Danish-funded ALMA project furthers collaboration, adds new functionality, advanced sensor systems and digital twinning for reduced man-hours, waste and cost per blade.
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Plastics Unlimited completes facility expansion
A 30,000-square-foot expansion to the Preston, Iowa, facility adds assembly and warehouse space, thermoforming and composites manufacturing equipment and robots.
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Lacks Enterprises supplies 2023 Dodge Challenger with carbon fiber wheels
High-performance wheels, optional for the powerful Demon 170 muscle car, provide greater performance and weight reduction for an improved ride.
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People in composites: March 2023
New personnel and leadership appointments have been announced by Boeing, Impossible Objects, Hypetex and Cygnet Texkimp.
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Quantum composites research opens new avenues in energy storage, electronic applications
A new type of composite material studied by the University of California, Riverside features unique properties defined by quantum condensate effects, presenting new approaches to materials engineering and utilization.
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