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Heat resistance testing provides insight into preventing carbon fiber-reinforced UHTC degradation
Japan-based researchers use an arc-wind tunnel to better understand carbon fiber-reinforced ultrahigh-temperature ceramic matrix composites oxidation resistance in high-temp, inert atmospheres.
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Welsh dragon commission illustrates capabilities of Compcut precision composite router
The intricate dragon shape was achieved via the PCR 300 system’s hybrid precision cutting and finishing techniques available for composite materials.
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SAMPE North America announces CEO departure
Current SAMPE North America CEO, Zane Clark, is departing the organization on Dec. 14 to pursue a new opportunity with SEMA.
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Diab Divinycell HM foam lightweights Mayla 44 electric powerboat
Ultra-high-performance powerboat achieves high weight reduction with carbon fiber sandwich construction of the deck, internal structure and the complete hull surface.
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NASA’s Artemis I mega rocket launches Orion to moon
The agency’s Orion spacecraft — showcasing an abundance of composite components and structures — launched 1:47 a.m. on Nov. 16, and is on its way to the moon as part of the Artemis program.
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RewAir chooses Plataine to optimize wind turbine blade production lines
Plataine’s AI-based solution provides flexible optimization of primary production lines while reducing operational costs and carbon footprint.
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Cygnet Texkimp, Longworth and NCC earn Composites UK 2022 Industry award
“Innovation in Materials” award recognizes successful continuous fiber reclamation and reuse for a composite hydrogen tank.
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Archer Aviation selects site in Georgia to build eVTOL manufacturing facility
Archer plans to initially build out a 350,000-square-foot facility capable of producing up to 650 aircraft/year, with room to expand up to 2,300 aircraft/year.
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ASTM proposes standard related to bolted joint properties
Composites material standard will support bolted joint testing, consolidate test specimen design content.
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Bio-Sep propels sustainable composites development via forestry-produced biochemicals
Joint industry project with iCAST, NCC and University of Bath to produce and test bio-based composites from cellulose and lignin sawdust, replace fossil-derived ingredients.
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