CompositesWorld News

Epoxies

RAMPF offers lightweight construction with high-performance epoxy board and liquid materials

Raku Tool epoxy boards, gelcoats, laminating resins and infusion and RTM systems offered, with encompassing technical support.

Read More
Automation

SAMPE calls for presentations for 2022 innovation forum

The SAMPE Materials Innovation & Advanced Technology Leadership Forum will be held in early 2022 and focus on automation, high-rate manufacturing and certification.

Read More

Hufschmied virtual masterclass demonstrates machining of carbon fiber winglet

Masterclass details how to efficiently manufacture demanding components from high-performance materials with a PPS CFRP winglet as an example.

Watch

WEAV3D, GAA partner to expand structural composite opportunities in automotive sector

Tunable, composite lattice structures produced via patented automated weaving process able to support automotive volumes of hundreds of thousands of units per year.

Read More
Carbon Fibers

Cobra International commissions prepreg compression molding production line

Production capacity delivers highly structural prepreg carbon fiber hydrofoil components with a final surface finish straight from the mold.

Read More

SAMPE announces launch plans for SAMPE 365 online community platform

SAMPE neXus event to celebrate the launch of the comprehensive, perpetual community platform June 29-July 1, 2021. 

Watch
Space

NASA invites public to join the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter first powered, controlled flight

A livestream confirming Ingenuity’s first flight is targeted for April 12, with a pre- and postflight briefing, live shots and remote live interviews and a series of informal talks as additional media opportunities.

Read More
Sustainability

SGL Carbon expects moderate recovery for 2021 composite segments

While fiscal year 2020 marked substantial reduction in demand, SGL saw stable EBIT before non-recurring items and positive free cash flow.

Read More
Space

Virgin Galactic SpaceShip III unveiling to deliver commercial space travel

Manufacturing ramp-up and ground testing for VSS Imagine spaceship within the Virgin Galactic fleet, with glide flights commenced for summer 2021.

Read More

All-electric SUV motorsport vehicle incorporates Bcomp natural fiber bodywork 

In preparation for the Extreme E racing series, Spark vehicles use ampliTex and powerRibs technologies for more sustainable, efficient and safe off-roading.

Read More
Thermoplastic Composite Laminates
Venango Machine Co. Inc.
recycling carbon composite materials
Airtech International Inc.
High-Density Urethane (HDU) boards
The future of extensometry