Design & Tooling
CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Innerspec Technologies
Taurus and Camus 3D ultrasonic inspection systems provide automated and semi-automated solutions for composite aerospace components.
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A digital twin to validate SMC performance in suspension structures
High-fidelity, anisotropic behavior material card, integrated with process simulation, structural FEA and validated with CT and physical tests enables optimization proven in award-winning SMC suspension knuckle.
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STRUCTeam, Apex Composite Structures design, engineer sustainable composite footbridge
The 12.5-meter bridge provides pedestrian access through the village of Newchurch on the Isle of Wight, inspired by a similar footbridge commissioned by Network Rail in 2009.
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CFRTP enables better, greener smartphones
Carbon Mobile’s “monocoque” design eliminates separate case, cover and frame, better protects electronics and simplifies disassembly.
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HORYZN emergency UAV harnesses CFRP tooling from Voith Composites
Voith Composites collaborated with HORYZN, a student initiative that leverages CFRP tooling and composites know-how for its Mission Pulse UAV project.
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Fortify, polySpectra awarded $3 million by DOE to advance 3D-printed tooling
Fortify is to develop inexpensive, durable solutions for lightweighting automotive components using polymers, composites and metals, advancing vehicle part commercialization.
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Ex-Core Technologies' Ex-Core 2.0 system features intelligent self-heated tooling, custom-mixed core
Debuted at JEC World 2022, Ex-Core 2.0 is said to slash production costs compared to conventional prepreg sandwich processes and produce lighter, stronger parts.
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Monash Motorsport constructs FSAE autonomous, electric vehicle with ATL Composites materials
Composite are incorporated into the vehicle’s monocoque chassis, aerofoils, aerofoil endplates and other components to suit high aerodynamic loads, minimize mass and enhance efficiency for the globally competitive team.
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National Composites Centre wild water champion spearheads project for U.K.’s first sustainable kayak
A wild water kayak, made from composite materials and manufactured using Recyclamine technology, presents new solutions for sustainability and a challenge for graduate engineering team.
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Materials & Processes: Tooling for composites
Composite parts are formed in molds, also known as tools. Tools can be made from virtually any material. The material type, shape and complexity depend upon the part and length of production run. Here's a short summary of the issues involved in electing and making tools.
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