Karman Space & Defense expands carbon-carbon composites production

Karman Space & Defense (Huntington Beach, Calif., U.S.), a company that provides concept-to-production solutions for critical systems including crewed space flight and hypersonic missions, expands production capacity for carbon-carbon (C-C) composite components to support the growing production volumes for its MG family of resins (acquired through Cornerstone Research Group in 2022) and ultrahigh-temperature materials used in space and defense applications. The expansion includes new facility space and equipment for larger components, increased product rates and high-temperature material testing.

Karman’s MG Resin technology addresses the need for ultrahigh-temperature materials with higher char yields, improved processability and reduced cycle times. The combined mechanical properties of these resins is said to enable the production of best-in-class, high-strength carbon-carbon components and structures for propulsion systems, missiles, hypersonic systems and spacecraft at lower costs and reduced lead times.

“We are committed to efficiently delivering the highest quality resins to meet our customer’s demanding schedules and requirements, and our expanded production capacity is a testament to that commitment,” Tony Koblinski, CEO, says. “This investment will help us maintain our leadership position in the industry and continue to grow our capabilities.”

Karman Space & Defense provides design and engineering, precision machining, large part forming, high-temperature and structural composite material processing and subassembly services, while actively adding new capabilities in collaboration with customers.