Aerospace
Tow steering, Part 2: The next generation
Wings on next-generation commercial aircraft will be longer, thinner, more aerodynamic and more efficient. They also are ideal candidates for the application of steered tows. One project aimed to design, fabricate and quantify a tow-steered wing skin.
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Airbus updates A320, A220 production rates
Market environment responses will see current A320 and A220 production rate plans slowly ramp up as 2021 progresses. Airbus expects the commercial aircraft market to return to pre-COVID-19 levels by 2023-2025.
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Manufacturing the upper half of the Multifunctional Fuselage Demonstrator (MFFD)
Proving industrial reliability for low-cost thermoplastic composites production using AFP in-situ consolidation, as well as continuous ultrasonic and resistance welding.
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Virgin Orbit LauncherOne rocket reaches space
Air-launched, liquid-fueled rocket makes historical debut with successfully targeted orbit and 10 NASA NSP payloads deployed.
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Episode 36: Dale Brosius and Uday Vaidya, IACMI
IACMI’s Dale Brosius and Uday Vaidya talk about the first five years of the organization, how it has evolved and what the future might hold as IACMI continues its quest to help drive composite materials and process growth.
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Pilatus delivers 100th composites-intensive jet
PC-24 Super Versatile Jet is now present on every continent and sold out for 2021.
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Composites design helps nano-sized lunar rover hit big milestones
Developed by Carnegie Mellon University, the ultralight, composites-intensive Iris nano-rover will make its lunar debut later this year.
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AeroVironment to acquire Acturus UAV, maker of CFRP-intensive T-20
Transaction drives growth, broadens capabilities and customer footprint, and positions both companies for next-gen programs.
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Archer and Fiat Chrysler pursue high-volume, composite eVTOL production
Citing low-cost supply chain and advanced composite material capabilities, FCA will help Archer create its first all-electric airline.
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Boeing announces Q4 2020 deliveries
With steps taken to adapt to its new market in 2020, Boeing is entering 2021 with an emphasis on enhancing safety culture, preserving liquidity and transforming its future business.
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