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Brazilian composites sector sees second consecutive year of growth
ALMACO reports second consecutive year of growth for Brazilian composite sector.
Read MoreMikrosam delivers multi-material AFP system to Brandenburg University of Technology
The 8-axis robotic AFP machine is reportedly capable of automated and precise placement of thermoplastic fibers, thermoset prepregs and dry-fiber material.
Read MoreResearchers develop bio-composite material from date palm fiber
Researchers claim date palm fiber polycaprolactone bio-composite has increased tensile strength and good low-velocity impact resistance.
Read MoreSAERTEX introduces unidirectional glass fiber fabrics for leaf springs
Processed via resin transfer molding (RTM), Ultra Fatigue UD from SAERTEX is designed for use with epoxy and polyurethane resins and is well suited for high-volume production.
Read MoreAudi, Airbus and Italdesign test flying taxi prototype
Audi, Airbus and Italdesign Pop.Up Next model flies and drives at Amsterdam Drone Week.
Read MoreContinuous tapes, D-LFT meet up in new compression molding process
Design research for an automotive load floor module drove development of a new compression molding process for direct-long-fiber thermoplastic (D-LFT) composites.
Read MoreInnovation in SMC: A long history and great potential
Manufacturer’s representative Steve Brown reflects on the history of sheet molding compound (SMC) development and lessons he has learned from working with companies through the process.
Read MoreFord to integrate graphene-enhanced parts into its vehicles
Ford Motor Co. has announced that it will use graphene nanomaterial to enhance foam materials that reduce noise inside its vehicles and increase performance under the hood.
Read MoreComposites Index extends strong expansion trend
The GBI: Composites Fabricating Index continued its expansion trend with a 56.6 reading for October.
Read MorePorcher Industries opens manufacturing site in Zhejiang, China
Long term plans for the site include a broader range of innovative technical textiles and thermoplastic solutions for the aerospace and industrial sectors.
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