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Natural Fibers

SUSPENS project shares one-year progress, next steps

European project dedicated its first year to sustainable materials development and prototype manufacture, looks to validating performance.

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Marine

Australian R&D project harnesses wave energy for USV underwater rudders

The ACM CRC, with Ocius Technology and the University of New South Wales, collaborate to bring bio-inspired FRP “flippers” tailored to achieve optimal propulsion for all weather conditions.

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Aluula Composites develops circular outdoor gear

Lightweight, strong, durable and recyclable UHMWPE fabrics enables high-performance gear for Arc’teryx and Durston sports brands.

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American Society for Composites conference calls for abstracts

The 39th annual technical conference for composites is being held Oct. 21-24, 2024 in San Diego. Abstract submissions will be accepted until March 15.

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Bedford Reinforced Plastics celebrates 50 years of business success

Since its start in a small barn, Bedford has grown into 200,000 square feet of manufacturing and fabrication space at two facilities, with an extensive GFRP product line.  

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Automotive

Altair Enlighten Award is open for entries

The 2024 award spotlights the automotive industry’s innovations in sustainable, lightweight design. Submit entries by May 31, 2024.

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Sustainability

Mitsui Chemical, Microwave Chemical complete microwave-based carbon fiber demo facility

Completed in December 2023, the pilot production line at Mitsui Chemicals Nagoya Works began trials in January and will supply carbon fiber samples within fiscal 2024.

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Sustainability

CW Tech Days explores the composites sustainability challenge

During the one-day virtual event on April 17 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET, seven industry experts will provide insight into hot topics like waste reduction, energy efficiency, bio-materials and recycling.

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Biomaterials

Optiplan automotive sandwich panels optimized via AOC rPET resin series

Incorporation of AOC’s Synolite rPET resins into FRP cover sheets enables the development of more eco-friendly truck construction.

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Joby to launch eVTOL aircraft service in the UAE

The all-electric aircraft company has been given exclusive rights to operate air taxis in Dubai by early 2026 for six years, in addition to other financial and operational support.

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