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Biomaterials

Advanced biocomposite technologies nominated for “Renewable Material of the Year” Innovation Award

Six nominees chosen for Renewable Materials Conference award, including India-based Malai Biomaterials Design for its plant leather biocomposite, and Netherlands-based Vepa and Plantics’ hemp chair.

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Aerospace

FAA-funded MSU research program to address resin infusion needs in aerocomposites market

Phase I of the Mississippi State University Advanced Composites Institute’s multi-year program seeks industry feedback to identify market satisfaction gaps.

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Continuous Composites, Saint-Gobain collaboration advances CF3D technology

Saint-Gobain to bring CF3D production systems in-house, with a focus on certifying the patented technology for use in commercial aerospace applications.

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Aerospace

Ingenuity helicopter begins new demonstration phase

Proving its mettle at controlled, powered flight on Mars, Ingenuity’s transition to an operations demonstration phase will bring a new flight envelope, and perform aerial observations for future missions.

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Epoxies

Development of composite isogrid structures using innovative deposition technology

Versatile robotic system integrates in-line towpreg impregnation, offering reduced-cost, high-performance isogrid structures for a variety of industries.

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Automation

NCC unveils AFP/ATL dual system for large, complex structures

The hybrid cell, created in partnership with Electroimpact, can be used individually or together for automated composite manufacturing at a medium- to large-scale level.

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Aerospace

Spirit AeroSystems Belfast advances LANCA project concept with resin transfer infusion

Spirit AeroSystems Belfast, Northrop Grumman and Intrepid Minds support further development of the Royal Air Force’s unmanned Lightweight Affordable Novel Combat Aircraft (LANCA). 

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Infusion

Easy Composites appointed as exclusive U.K. distributor of Eco-Technilin natural fiber reinforcements

Eco-Technilin natural fiber product range offers woven, nonwoven, UD and prepreg reinforcement options that are more sustainable, affordable alternatives to traditional reinforcements like glass fiber.

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CIMBAR Performance Minerals completes TOR Minerals acquisition

CPM invests in Texas-based high-performance specialty mineral developer’s North American Barite and Alumina Trihydrate manufacturing assets and business.

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Defense

Re:Build Manufacturing accelerates onshoring with Cutting Dynamics acquisition 

Acquisition of Ohio-based manufacturer, Cutting Dynamics, helps to expand fabricated structure product and service offerings.

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