Design/Simulation
Proving thermoplastic composites match carbon fiber/epoxy performance in road bikes
CDCQ, LxSim, Addcomp and Argon 18 collaborate to optimize a carbon fiber/PA6 bike seat post, democratizing AFP and demonstrating materials and process for future designs and production.
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Solico software suite now includes horizontal tank module
Solico Engineering introduces the module to complete its Amphora calculation tool, made for the design of fiber-reinforced silos and tanks.
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Modeling and characterization of crushable composite structures
How the predictive tool “CZone” is applied to simulate the axial crushing response of composites, providing valuable insights into their use for motorsport applications.
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Testing to support composite bolted joint analysis
An overview of ASTM Standard Guide D8509, and its coupon-level mechanical testing of design properties for analyzing composite bolted joints.
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Jetcam nesting/IoT software release focuses on enhanced computing power performance
The company cites up to 80% reduction in NC code generation time when using Jetcam Expert CAD/CAM software version 24.
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Carbon fiber, bionic design achieve peak performance in race-ready production vehicle
Porsche worked with Action Composites to design and manufacture an innovative carbon fiber safety cage option to lightweight one of its series race vehicles, built in a one-shot compression molding process.
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Digital workflows optimize material yields, design and productivity
CAMX 2024: TruComposites and Evolv GMP digital manufacturing solutions by Magestic Technologies drive efficiencies and precision across composites manufacturing disciplines.
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CoreTech, Xnovo bring 3D imaging to Moldex3D molding software
Moldex3D users will now be able to conduct accurate 3D fiber orientation simulations using calibrated fiber parameters.
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Aurora reveals latest SPRINT X-Plane design concept
An Aurora and Boeing team advances its high-speed, vertical lift concept to the preliminary design phase, which features three lift fans, a more refined composite exterior and an uncrewed cockpit.
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Anaglyph releases Laminate Tools version 5.2
Nesting, design, GUI and viewing features have been improved or added to the composites design software tool.
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