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Safran, Onera begin wind tunnel trials for CFM RISE fan demonstrator
Disruptive Open Fan aerodynamics and acoustics to be matured over 2024-2028 test plan for design validation of fan blades, aiming for implementation on commercial jet engines by 2030s.
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Hexagon Purus grows Type IV capacity with opening of manufacturing hub in Weeze
The fourth facility to open in 12 months, expansion of Hexagon Purus’ primary facility in Germany will enhance its distribution, refueling and stationary storage systems availability.
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Bye Aerospace gains momentum with 30 eFlyer aircraft purchase
Pilot training school Skyborne Airline Academy expands its commitment for the all-electric aircraft series, bringing Bye Aerospace’s order book up to 889 units.
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Sulapac introduces Sulapac Flow 1.7 to replace PLA, ABS and PP in FDM, FGF
Available as filament and granules for extrusion, new wood composite matches properties yet is compostable, eliminates microplastics and reduces carbon footprint.
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JetSetGo orders 50 Overair eVTOLs for India passenger transport
In addition to its composite aircraft, Overair will support infrastructure, aircraft operations and training to ensure a comprehensive and sustainable AAM ecosystem.
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TFP glass veils prove integral for fiber-metal laminate applications
A recent study conducted on vacuum-infused thermoplastic fiber-metal laminates has highlighted the performance benefits behind using TFP’s nonwovens for consistent, uniform bondlines and interfacial bonding.
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Airbus officially begins operations at aircraft lifecycle center
The Airbus Lifecycle Services Centre (ALSC) unites Airbus and partners in Chengdu, China, to manage the entire aircraft lifecycle, aiming for recovery of up to 75% of stored aircraft at the facility.
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Carbon Conversions partners with motorsports shop Vermont SportsCar
To incorporate more environmentally conscious practices into its manufacturing processes, VSC is working with Carbon Conversions to reclaim, recycle and reuse its carbon fiber materials.
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Archer, NASA sign agreement for eVTOL, space battery cells R&D
This initial project under the Space Act Agreement is focused on studying and developing high-performance battery cells, as well as performing safety testing, to achieve purpose-built solutions for electric aircraft.
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