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COMPOSITES POLYCON 2006
ACMA's and ICPA's trade shows converge in America's middle, St. Louis.
Read MoreCan wind turbines and military radar co-exist?
Wind power in the U.S. is growing faster than ever before. U.S. President George W. Bush recognized the value of wind energy in his Advanced Energy Initiative, announced in February this year, noting that it could contribute up to 20 percent of the U.S. electrical supply. However, a recent report to the Congressional
Read MoreRIM Molding for Wind Blade Skins
Low-cost, high-volume molding method and carbon fiber/epoxy spar show promise for replacement wind turbine blades.
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The ABCs of FEA
Computerized and adapted for composites, finite element analysis reduces R&D expense and shortens time to market.
Read MoreTooling Paste Reduces Wind Blade Model Production Time
When Vostermans Tooling and Prototyping BV (Venlo, The Netherlands) wanted to reduce production time for its large wind blade master models, the company turned to computer-aided designs and CNC-machinable modeling paste. Vostermans selected RenPaste 4503R/Ren 4503H seamless epoxy modeling paste from Huntsman Advanced
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Basalt Fibers: Alternative to Glass?
High-temperature performance and superior strength properties may make this late-comer a better choice in some applications.
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Cutting Infusion Time And Cost
When open molders turn to infusion, careful planning, material selection and training precede process efficiency.
Read MoreJEC Composites 2006 Product Showcase - 7/1/2006
Advanced composites continue to lead the economic upswing in the composites industry.
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Lightning Strike Protection For Composite Structures
Composite structures are more vulnerable to damage than metal, but today's LSP products offer proven protection.
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