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MATECH C/ZrOC composite is deployed in hypersonic aeroshells

Ultra high-temperature insulating CMC targets hypersonics, space heat shields and other demanding applications, tested up to 2760°C under extreme stagnation pressures.

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Construction

Duplicor biocomposite cladding aids redevelopment of ABN AMRO office building in Amsterdam

Chosen for low CO2 footprint, RC value >9, fire resistance, light weight and high strength, Duplicor façade structures are key to two-story extension.

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Wind/Energy

General Atomics wins DOE contract to develop silicon carbide CMC for fusion power plants

GA-EMS will leverage experience with SiGA SiC/SiC cladding for nuclear fuel rods to develop new SiC composite foam and other materials for fission and magnetic fusion programs.

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Automotive

Carbon fiber metro train to hit the rails in China

An 11% weight reduction and 7-15% less energy consumption make this upcoming vehicle a more eco-friendly transportation option.

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Automotive

Fourth keynote rounds out SPE ACCE 2024 conference

A focus on academia-driven contributions to the composites industry will be highlighted by Dr. Srikanth Pilla of the University of Delaware’s Center for Composites Materials.

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Automotive

Hexagon Mobile Pipeline order supports enhanced industrial gas transportation

Modules feature all-composite Titan cylinders and high-strength steel frame, transporting almost double that of steel tube trailers.

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Hydrogen Storage

Sirius Aviation debuts hydrogen-powered business jets

More eco-friendly private air travel with modern luxury options is offered through the Sirius CEO-Jet and Adventure Jet, collaboratively developed with BMW Group.

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Natural Fibers

Alliance of European Flax-Linen & Hemp announces positive outlook for 2024 flax fiber harvest

Flax harvest is anticipated to be on track to meet industry market demand for natural flax fibers.

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Pressure Vessels

Ineos Styrolution, Edge Solutions sign agreement for leading edge shield

Exclusivity agreement applies to using Luran SC in leading edge protection (LEP) for wind turbine applications.

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Xenia Materials launches Academic & Research Support Program

Initiative aims to equip universities and research institutes with industry know-how for future materials contribution through the use and testing of Xenia fiber-reinforced compounds.

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