Aerospace
Welding thermoplastic composites
Multiple methods advance toward faster robotic welds using new technology for increased volumes and larger aerostructures.
Read MoreComposites Index trends lower yet still in growth mode
The GBI: Composites Fabricating Index registered 56.6 in July, indicating that he US composites industry was experiencing modestly slower growth as compared to the first quarter of 2018.
Read MorePersonal air mobility: Will this dream really fly?
At this summer’s Farnborough Air Show, Rolls Royce unveiled a concept vertical-takeoff-and-landing (VTOL) aircraft with six electrically powered propellers, aimed at multiple applications, including personal and public transportation.
Read MoreTerrafugia expands regional footprint
The company has signed a lease with Nashua Airport for 6,700 ft2 of space in preparation for the testing program for the Transition flying car.
Read MoreOrion's final assembly begins
Lockheed Martin have completed construction on the spacecraft capsule structure and have shipped the capsule to Florida for final assembly.
Read MorePerlan 2 space glider sets new altitude record
The carbon fiber and fiberglass glider reached a record height of 62,000 ft, and is designed to soar up to 90,000 ft.
Read MoreStratolaunch announces family of launch vehicles
The company’s air-launch system will launch vehicles carrying satellites to multiple orbits and inclinations on a single mission.
Read MoreVoith wins Lightweight Design Award
Voith’s VRA technology for CFRP production lines is said to reduce waste and thus material costs by depositing carbon fibers close to the final shape.
Read MoreQuickstep signs wing flap contract extension with Lockheed Martin
The Australian advanced carbon fiber composites manufacturer will supply C‐130J/LM‐100J wing flaps for an additional five‐years, covering the period 2020 to 2024.
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