Aerospace
Combining multifunctional thermoplastic composites, additive manufacturing for next-gen airframe structures
The DOMMINIO project combines AFP with 3D printed gyroid cores, embedded SHM sensors and smart materials for induction-driven disassembly of parts at end of life.
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Achieving composites innovation through collaboration
Stephen Heinz, vice president of R&I for Syensqo delivered an inspirational keynote at SAMPE 2024, highlighting the significant role of composite materials in emerging technologies and encouraging broader collaboration within the manufacturing community.
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OVERLEAF tackles thermoplastics, open cell insulation, sensors and testing for LH2 tank
Newsletter #4 gives latest status on EU project’s work toward thermoplastic composite tanks with 40% storage density of cryogenic hydrogen for future zero emissions aircraft.
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Airbus provides 2024 guidance update
Reduced commercial aircraft deliveries in 2024 and A320 production rate 75 shifted to 2027 reflects persistent specific supply chain challenges.
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Plant tour: Aernnova Composites, Toledo and Illescas, Spain
RTM and ATL/AFP high-rate production sites feature this composites and engineering leader’s continued push for excellence and innovation for future airframes.
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Aernnova Composites, leader in composites R&D
This sidebar to CW’s July 2024 feature article reviews the company’s achievements and capabilities through years of composites R&D programs.
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EASA introduces Certification Readiness Level scale for aircraft technologies
Developed in partnership with Clean Aviation and the CONCERTO project, the CRL scale will provide a digital certification framework to shorten time to market for disruptive technologies with improved safety.
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“Structured air” TPS safeguards composite structures
Powered by an 85% air/15% pure polyimide aerogel, Blueshift’s novel material system protects structures during transient thermal events from -200°C to beyond 2400°C for rockets, battery boxes and more.
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Uavos delivers curing oven to aerocomposites manufacturer
Composite curing oven meets customer needs with ability to cure complex synthetic and composite parts.
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Boom Supersonic completes construction of Overture Superfactory
The facility in Greensboro, North Carolina, is expected to produce 33 Overture supersonic aircraft per year, with room to grow.
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