Core

Curing

Dielectric heating speeds honeycomb core manufacture

Many composites, particularly those made with glass or aramid fibers in a polymer matrix, tend to be inherently nonconductive.

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Aerospace

787 integrates new composite wing deicing system

The composite wing leading edge on Boeing’s Dreamliner features an integrated heating element that incorporates a sprayed metal conductive layer within the laminate stack.  

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Nanomaterials

Microspheres: Fillers filled with possibilities

For composite applications, these hollow microstructures displace a lot of volume at low weight and add an abundance of processing and product enhancements.

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Ketones

Advanced materials for aircraft interiors

Applications aren't as demanding as airframe composites, but requirements are still exacting — passenger safety is key.

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Wind/Energy

Getting To The Core Of Composite Laminates

A wealth of low-cost core solutions are available for high-performance sandwich structures.

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