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Boeing 787 Update
Approaching rollout and first flight, the 787 relies on innovations in composite materials and processes to hit its targets
Read MoreEnsuring cure: Viscoelastic feedback
Material State Management measures the cure state of composite structures, enabling not only shorter cure cycles but also the ability to optimize cure cycles.
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Inside Manufacturing: An autoclave for the 787 center wing box
Development partners overcome cultural and geographical challenges to ensure cure of this massive composite structure for Boeing's Dreamliner.
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Market Trends: The Composites Affordability Initiative, Part I
The Air Force Research Laboratory's Dr. John Russell outlines the U.S. Department of Defense Composites Affordability Initiative. Part I of a two-part series.
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Orion: Composite tanks' ticket to space?
Research, development, testing prove composites can contain cryogens.
Read MoreFocus on Design: Carbon/epoxy drum for large-format inkjet printer
Well-thought-out design enables hard-working industrial part.
Read MoreCOMPOSITES POLYCON 2006
ACMA's and ICPA's trade shows converge in America's middle, St. Louis.
Read MoreAdvanced materials for aircraft interiors
Applications aren't as demanding as airframe composites, but requirements are still exacting — passenger safety is key.
Read MoreFilament winding
Filament winding is a continuous fabrication method that can be highly automated and repeatable with relatively low material costs. A long, cylindrical tool called a mandrel is suspended horizontally between end supports, while the “head” – the fiber application instrument – moves back and forth along the length of a
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Carbon car hood: Class A and cost-effective
Resin film infusion, electroformed nickel tooling meet Aston Martin quality and cost targets.
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