Aerospace
Heat resistance testing provides insight into preventing carbon fiber-reinforced UHTC degradation
Japan-based researchers use an arc-wind tunnel to better understand carbon fiber-reinforced ultrahigh-temperature ceramic matrix composites oxidation resistance in high-temp, inert atmospheres.
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NASA’s Artemis I mega rocket launches Orion to moon
The agency’s Orion spacecraft — showcasing an abundance of composite components and structures — launched 1:47 a.m. on Nov. 16, and is on its way to the moon as part of the Artemis program.
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Archer Aviation selects site in Georgia to build eVTOL manufacturing facility
Archer plans to initially build out a 350,000-square-foot facility capable of producing up to 650 aircraft/year, with room to expand up to 2,300 aircraft/year.
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CFRP tubes enable lightweight advanced fuel sensing gauges
Liquid Measurement Systems’ carbon fiber composite-based capacitance probes provide durable, corrosion-resistant fuel gauging for a variety of aircraft, including a newly launched onboard processing probe (OPP).
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FACC records significant revenue increase in Q3 2022
Revenue of €419.6 million is driven by increased demand for new and low-emissions aircraft and acquired space- and UAM-related projects.
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Jekta Switzerland unveils composites-intensive 19-seat seaplane design
Jekta says its PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft could revive the economy of coastal and island states while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Archer, United Airlines reveal first specified eVTOL route in the U.S.
Proposed commercial route will connect Newark Liberty International Airport to Downtown Manhattan Heliport using the all-electric Midnight aircraft.
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H2fly begins LH2 tank integration into HY4 test aircraft
Liquid tank passes vibration and leakage test, kickstarting the mechanical integration process and rigorous ground testing early in 2023 for zero-emissions commercial flight.
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FAA’s eVTOL shift pushes Joby’s launch into 2025
Joby Aviation has pushed back the targeted launch of commercial passenger service to 2025, citing internal considerations and certification criteria shifts.
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Pipistrel makes first Canadian delivery of all-electric composite Velis Electro
EASA and CAA type-certified high-wing aircraft enables further research, collaboration for battery-powered flight.
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