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Automation

Loop Technology completes installation of composite preformer with long-reach robots 

Delivery of 21-meter track, industrial robot arms and new cutting equipment enable the manufacture of large composite aerostructures at the Loop Technology Centre.

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Pressure Vessels

Hexagon Digital Wave requalifies 750+ composite tube trailers

Mobile Pipeline and Virtual Pipeline trailer testing was achieved via modal acoustic emission, which eliminates invasive testing methods, trailer downtime and additional GHG emissions.

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Aerospace

Agreement provides framework for commercial aerospace tech research 

RTX’s Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and TU Delft enhance collaboration on high-speed intelligent inspection systems to enhance composite materials development, hydrogen propulsion, industrial design and more.

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People in composites: September 2024

Keyland Polymer Material Sciences, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, Lingrove, Space Walker and Charles Ross & Son Co. issue appointments and announcements related to the composites industry. 

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Aerospace

CompPair, Composite Recycling create recycled fiber roof scoop for Objectif Dunes rally buggy

CompPair and Composite Recycling introduce a roof scoop made of recycled fibers to an eco-efficient rally buggy, which channels airflow to the engine for optimal, sustainable performance.

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Wind/Energy

Belzona coatings expand composite leading edge protection, lifespan

Belzona highlights the use of Belzona 5711 and 5721 to extend the lifespan of 42 wind turbine blades in Denmark facing severe erosion.

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AIM3D announces Voxelfill resolves inhomogeneous strength of 3D printing

Validation of 80-100% tensile strength and comparability to injection molding via Voxelfill extrusion process was achieved through plastic and fiber-filled test series.

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PAL-V flying car passes PTI, becomes road-legal

The PAL-V Liberty flying car continues to demonstrate stringent safety and roadworthiness standards as it enters its last stage of air certification.

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Automotive

Verne completes heavy-duty Class 8 truck powered by CcH2

Verne and partners maximize hydrogen storage density to improve range and payload for heavy-duty vehicles, to be tested in advance of multiple commercial pilots.

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CAMX

CAMX celebrates 10 years of innovation, growth in San Diego

The 2024 event saw an 11% increase in attendee traffic and exhibitor registration, supported by a comprehensive lineup of speakers, content and networking opportunities.

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