Glass Fibers
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.
Read MoreLanxess 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.
Read MorePlant 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.
Read MoreAll-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.
Read MoreCreating 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.
Read More3D-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.
Read MorePultron 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.
WatchScheurer 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.
Read MoreBrazil-based Gatron manufactures fiberglass composite deflectors for concept truck
Five deflectors in total combine a sinuous, aerodynamic design, high strength and low weight.
Read MoreShanghai Electric launches 11-MW, direct-drive offshore turbine with 102-meter blades using carbon fiber
Able to withstand high temperatures, earthquakes and typhoons, the SEW11.0-208 platform mark another breakthrough, in addition to the launched S120, S89 and S90 composite wind blades.
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