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Toray obtains ABS type approval for in-situ VARTM ship repairs
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certifies use of jointly developed CFRP repair technique on FPSO and FSO industrial systems, addressing traditional steel restoration challenges.
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Hexcel transitions winter sports prepregs to HexPly Nature range
Full production conversation to the company’s bio-derived product range is one step of many Hexcel has taken to deliver sustainability to winter sport industry customers.
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FACC researches second life use of aerospace thermoplastics
The COMPASS project is a collaboration with 13 European partners, in which FACC is researching the re-manufacturing of thermoplastic materials to produce high-quality second-life components.
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Composite Kape skateboard delivers durability, pop
Collaborative effort between KraussMaffei and entrepreneur Peter Karacsonyi led to the Vanguard, an in-situ polymerized board comprising fiberglass sandwich composites with a recyclable polyamide.
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U.S. approves Maryland offshore wind, finalizes EA for Maine project
BOEM has finalized its environmental review of East coast commercial wind energy leases, and the DOI approved its 10th offshore wind project in Maryland.
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Shawmut acquires Fairystone Fabrics
Shawmut Infinite’s purchase of the warp-knitting supplier supports the company’s vision for a fully integrated textile and textile composite supply chain in North America.
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America’s Cup showcases composites-intensive AC40 foiling yacht designs
This year’s Youth America’s Cup and Puig Women’s America’s Cup teams are supported by North Sails, Southern Spars and Future Fibres.
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Uavos OEM program enables high-efficiency CFRP rotor blades
Development of new all-composite helicopter retrofit blades with stainless steel leading edges highlights the company’s focus on greater operational efficiency and high resistance to harsh environments.
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Diab, Brødrene AA celebrate 50 years of composite ferry innovation, sustainability
Partners reflect on the increasing use of Diab foam core and GFRP, CFRP composites in Brødrene AA construction over the years, resulting in lightweight, high-performance and efficient marine craft.
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Initial build has begun for Bye Aerospace eFlyer 2 fixed-wing aircraft
Zero-emissions, low-drag and low-noise composite aircraft is being constructed and assembled in the company’s Denver facilities, targeting aviation training.
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