Design & Tooling

Innoptus Solar Team uses Jetcam software to optimize production of solar vehicle

The world title-holding, Belgium racing team is producing its tenth composites-intensive solar car using Jetcam Expert nesting software.

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Curing

Addyx carbon exoskeleton technology enables molded ribs inside hollow composite structures

Using a water-soluble mandrel, carbon exoskeleton opens paradigm for topology-optimized composites, cutting weight, manufacturing time and scrap rate.

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Volume Graphics releases CT scan data inspection software 2023.1

Volume Graphics 2023.1 software supports battery inspection and uses enhanced AI/machine learning in a new, easier interface.

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Artist Studio algorithm enables near-parallel curve creation on CAD surfaces

Cevotec introduces a novel parallel offset algorithm to its CAD-CAM software for the generation of equidistant curves from a master curve on arbitrary surfaces.

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Shimadzu XSeeker 8000 is designed for simplicity

The new user-friendly XSeeker 8000 benchtop X-ray CT system enables high functionality with a small footprint.

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Notched testing of sandwich composites: The sandwich open-hole flexure test

A second new test method has been standardized by ASTM for determining notch sensitivity of sandwich composites.

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Carbon Fibers

Hi-DEN project targets novel high-pressure hydrogen storage innovations

Carbon ThreeSixty, alongside partners Antich & Sons and Viritech, will manufacture, integrate and demonstrate a volumetrically efficient composite hydrogen system for land transport, short-haul aerospace.  

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Recycling

Composite sidewall cover expands options for fire-safe rail components

R&D project by CG Rail explores use of carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastics and recycled manufacturing scrap to meet fire safety, weight and volume targets.

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Inha University incorporates SwiftComp simulation software to virtually test composites

AnalySwift’s SwiftComp tool aims to mitigate the burden of costly experiments and enable accurate testing of woven and braided composite structures.  

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Troubleshooter

Nine factors to consider when designing composites cure tooling

Gary Bond discusses the common pitfalls and compromises when designing good cure tooling and their holistic significance for a robust composite production process.

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