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Composites Use in Marine Applications

Infused, fiberglass/polyester composite boat hulls have been built since the mid-1900s, expanding over time to include additional resins and foam cores. Composites continue to be a mainstay for various types of boats and luxury and racing yachts, and now include newer innovations such as carbon fiber precision hydrofoils and recycled carbon fiber or bio-based resins.

 

News Published on 11/23/2015
UMaine dedicates ocean engineering lab for wind energy testing

The lab will be used to test offshore wind turbines and similar structures, and provide facilities for thermoplastic composites research and development.

Article Published on 9/30/2010
IBEX 2010 Highlights

The world’s largest watercraft construction exhibition navigates new waters to its first inland rendezvous.

Article Published on 6/1/2015
First all-carbon yacht a winner

Vacuum infusion with customized fabrics enables demanding yacht build

Columns Published on 1/31/2017
Gardner Business Index at 51.5 in December

New orders expand as most US manufacturers experience year-end growth.

Article Published on 11/23/2022
Plant tour: Avel Robotics, Lorient, France

From AFP hydrofoils to more efficient aircraft parts, Avel uses digital design, multiprocess production and a rule-breaking approach for complex 4D composites.

Article Published on 4/1/2015
Electric ferry runs quietly with composites

Infused sandwich construction hull and superstructure panels offset battery system weight.

Columns Published on 12/29/2016
Gardner Business Index at 49.4 in November

The overall Index showed double-digit growth for a third month in succession as future business expectations skyrocketed.

Article Published on 10/19/2017
First all-electric production yacht features carbon fiber construction

Leader in luxury yacht innovation commits to fossil fuel-less future

Article Published on 9/1/2018
The International 14: High-tech but still accessible

Naval architect Paul Bieker and Henderson Boat Co. team take this venerable marine racing class to a more affordable performance/cost combination.

Sidebar Published on 6/1/2010
Marine machining pioneer

Mollicam (Merritt Island, Fla.) was one of the first companies to bring a practical method of automated pattern construction into the marine industry.

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