Defense
RAMPF opens new composite solutions facility
The extended size and layout of the Ontario, Michigan, factory features state-of-the-art infrastructure for the production of carbon fiber and glass fiber composite parts.
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Spirit AeroSystems reports third quarter earnings
Although Spirit’s revenues declined 58% in the quarter compared to third quarter 2019, CEO Tom Gentile says the company anticipates steady growth going forward as the 737 MAX returns to service.
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WSU-NIAR awarded $13.5 million for high-speed missile materials research
Partnership with Spirit AeroSystems will develop manufacturing processes and material characterization for advanced composites for future thermal protection systems.
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Oribi, Energetic Solutions partner for commercialization of thermoplastic components
The partnership will work together with specification holders within the U.S. DoD to tailor thermoplastic composite materials and components into body armor and vehicle armor systems.
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Braided preforms meet phase-change tooling
A program from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory adopts automated braiding and phase-change tooling for a complex geometry unmanned aircraft part.
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Bridging the gap between CFRP and CMC
Novel composites offer performance up to 1000°C with faster processing.
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Clean Sky project completes carbon fiber canopy structure for RACER demonstrator
Coordinated by Airbus Helicopter, the canopy structure was designed and manufactured to optimize low aerodynamic drag and meet bird strike requirements.
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Aerojet Rocketdyne large solid rocket motor facility opens for operations
The facility positions the company to deliver on some next-generation national security programs, including strategic deterrence, hypersonics and missile defense.
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Boeing to assemble unmanned Loyal Wingman in Queensland
Queensland’s investment will evolve Boeing’s Australian defense manufacturing capability and will make Queensland the final assembly facility for the Boeing Loyal Wingman project.
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GKN, Raytheon reach agreement for composite missile canisters
Per the three-year contract, GKN Aerospace will provide Raytheon with 95 Mk30 missile canisters that are manufactured via a filament winding process followed by vacuum infusion.
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