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Helicoid Industries releases preliminary results for biomimetic composite protective helmets
The Helicoid fiber-reinforced composites technology helped achieve a 25% weight reduction with enhanced toughness and crash protection, while simultaneously enabling a reduction in raw material consumption.
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Archer unveils eVTOL Maker aircraft
California-based UAM company debuts its inaugural composite eVTOL demonstrator aircraft at an in-person event in Los Angeles.
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Apply Carbon France invests in new manufacturing facility for recycled carbon fiber
The 15,600-square-meter facility will integrate the former ELG Carbon Fibre’s short carbon fiber business to address the growing market for sustainable technical fibers.
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Sigmatex approved for National Manufacturing Competitiveness Levels funding
Industry-led program serves to increase Sigmatex’s CFRP capability and competitiveness relative to the changing needs of the automotive sector.
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Aditya Birla Group plans to increase advanced materials business capacity
A brown field expansion at the company’s existing location in Gujarat, India, will increase capacity by ~125 kilo-tonnes per annum, which include standard and specialty epoxy products and curing agents.
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Self-organization and photopolymerization method constructs tailorable 2D polymer materials
International research team uses fantrip molecule and a violet laser to create durable covalent bonds for ultra-thin, functional materials with highly defined and regular crystalline structures.
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Airbus opens Aerospace Integrated Research and Test Centre
Jointly funded by Airbus and the U.K. government’s ATI program, the £40 million research and testing facility serves to undertake structural testing of large-scale aircraft assemblies.
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Hexagon Digital Wave to supply ultrasonic examination equipment for Type III composite cylinders
Ultrasonic examination (UE) installation to help assess the structural integrity of the aerospace-grade high-pressure vessels.
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Montalvo awarded 2021 Exporter of the Year Award
The award, granted by the Maine International Trade Center, reflects Montalvo’s commitment to strengthening its business through international markets.
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Spirit AeroSystems named exclusive nacelle provider for Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engine
Spirit’s advanced digital techniques, proprietary tools and composite and fabrication capabilities will be leveraged to enable delivery on all program requirements.
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