Glass Fibers
Autonomous, electric shuttle retrofitted with CRP Technology Windform materials
Advanced 3D printing production process and Windform composite materials used to manufacture the required motor cover and washer reservoir flap valve components, account for Olli 2.0’s pod-like shape.
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BMComposites installs solar-powered composite hardtop bimini for expedition yacht
Contracted hardtop bimini uses a combination of carbon fiber, glass fiber and foam core as well as 20 SP130 solar panels for a highly sustainable and sleek boat design.
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Lanxess, Kautex Textron explore D-LFT for EV battery housings
Research cooperation substitutes steel and aluminum with a continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic technology demonstrator for advantages in weight, functional integration and mass production.
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Lanxess demonstrates Tepex composite material in structural bracket application
Lightweight bracket offers firm clamping of batteries in Mercedes-Benz S-Class with high strength under sustained dynamic stress, functional integration and no risk of short circuiting.
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Plant tour: ATC Manufacturing, Post Falls, Idaho, U.S.
ATC is at the top of the list when it comes to thermoplastic composites and aerostructures manufacturing. CW explains why.
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All-electric motor boat tests the waters for recycled carbon fiber
RS Sailing aimed to create a fully electric, rigid inflatable boat (RIB) that is produced as sustainably as possible. A few iterations later, the Pulse 63 is ready to hit the water.
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Creating stronger composites through nature-inspired, Helicoid designs
Helicoid Industries claims 50% increased toughness, impact strength and reduced material, weight and cost versus quasi-isotropic “fail-safe” designs.
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3D-printed continuous fiber dental reinforcements enter clinical trial
Hi-Fiber, partnering with Malo Clinic, is a dental reinforcement brand producing continuous glass fiber dental structures using Moi Composites’ CFM technology for a natural smile.
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Pultron Composites advances marina construction with innovative GFRP waler
The waler incorporates a GFRP thru-rod and nut system, delivering high flex and fatigue resistance and increased environmental and aesthetic longevity.
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Scheurer Swiss commissions composite geo-alarm system to detect natural disasters
Carbon fiber-reinforced 3D printed inserts with glass fiber insulation are bonded to carbon tubes with fast-cure epoxy. The alarm system itself is mounted in areas like rock crevices to detect vibration and movement.
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