Adhesives
Carrier-capable, all-composite external fuel tank
Legacy product positions builder for a shot at an F-35 contract.
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Tabbing composite test specimens: The how
The when and why of tabbing composite test specimens were the subjects of my previous column (see “Tabbng composite test specimens: When and why," under "Editor's Picks," at right), which included a discussion of tabbing materials, tab thickness and taper angle, and adhesive selection.
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JEC Paris 2011 highlights
The news from this annual Parisian in-gathering of composites professionals is heavily weighted toward automotive lightweighting.
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Nanotechnology: Into the realm of real
Fast, scalable process grows nanostructures directly on composite reinforcements for a “drop-in” use in volume production processes.
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SAMPE 2011 Long Beach Exhibitor List
This SAMPE 2011 Exhibitor List is accompanied by a feature-article preview and a brief description of SAMPE show-related events, listed at top right under "Editor's Picks."
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Small wind: Green energy gets greener
Kilowatt-rated vertical axis wind turbines supply green electric power where utility-scale turbines can’t.
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Blade repair: Closing the maintenance gap
Citing difficult work conditions, lack of OEM guidance and underdeveloped inspection technologies, those who service wind turbine blades seek remedial solutions.
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Under the hood: Thermoplastics tackle tough jobs
Reinforced plastics save weight and cost, increase underhood productivity.
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Tabbing composite test specimens: When and why
Dr. Don Adams (Wyoming Test Fixtures Inc., Salt Lake City, Utah) discusses when and why test specimens must be protected by tabs.
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Low-volume thermoplastics: Differential pressure molding
Cost-effective tooling and presses enable semi-automated prototyping and low-volume production of thermoplastic composites.
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