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Plataine FabricOptimizer increases aerospace composites manufacturing production rates
New capabilities have been unveiled — including a procurement simulator, “nesting around defects” solution and detailed reports — to improve the ordering process, reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
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TPI, WindSTAR create digital twin for wind blade manufacturing
Machine learning framework provides real-time feedback during composite fabrication process, with some cases achieving 95% predictive accuracy and computation faster than physics-based simulations.
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Fujitsu, Teijin start joint trials to promote value of recycled carbon fiber
Three-month trials with German bicycle manufacturers will lead to new platform implementation to promote use of recycled materials, enable emissions tracing/management.
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Chantiers de l’Atlantique receives first initial orders for SolidSail
Chantiers de l’Atlantique equips its first sailing cargo ship and two upcoming cruise ships with its highly rigid, foldable carbon fiber SolidSail rig.
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NASA picks Boeing’s Transonic Truss-Based Wing for Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project
With the help of NASA, Boeing will build, test and fly a full-scale demonstrator aircraft starting in 2028, gearing toward a greener, more fuel-efficient future aircraft.
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Ultra high-rate composite deposition system trials to surpass layup targets
The NCC, alongside partners Loop Technology, Coriolis and Güdel, are on track to deliver dry fiber deposition rates exceeding 350 kilograms/hour, seven times more than standard aerospace rates.
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Vision Composite Products achieves ISO 9001 certification from NSF-ISR
Structural carbon fiber products producer demonstrates a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
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Delta Air Lines firms order for 12 additional Airbus A220 aircraft
Delta Airlines has now made four reorders within four years, bringing its total to 119 single-aisle A220 aircraft.
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MingYang reveals 18-MW offshore wind turbine model with 140-meter-long blades
The Chinese wind turbine manufacturer surpasses its 16-MW platform, optimizes wind farm construction costs for 1-GW wind farms.
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Magnolia Advanced Materials adhesive added to quality product listing for Lockheed Martin
Magnolia 6389 A/B is a carbon fiber-filled epoxy designed for use as a liquid shim gap filler in composite applications that meets Lockheed’s specification requirements.
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