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DaQoTa project develops measuring head prototype for LATW inspection

Fraunhofer IPT, Taniq and Pixargus have proven the success of a measuring head capable of optimizing the reliability, security and efficiency of FRP pressure vessel manufacturing.

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Volocopter receives green light for VoloCity serial production

Production organization approval (POA) extension gives Volocopter the ability to design and produce the eVTOL aircraft in Bruchsal once it receives type certification.

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Eve Air Mobility brings on Aciturri, Crouzet as eVTOL suppliers

Pilot controls and wing components will be covered by Crouzet and Aciturri, respectively, as first prototype production begins. 

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Joby to launch eVTOL aircraft service in the UAE

The all-electric aircraft company has been given exclusive rights to operate air taxis in Dubai by early 2026 for six years, in addition to other financial and operational support.

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Pressure Vessels

Plastic Omnium starts construction of Chinese mega-plant for H2 pressure vessels

The new PO-Rein joint venture factory in Jiading, Shanghai, aims to be operational in 2026, producing up to 60,000 hydrogen vessels and high-pressure hydrogen storage systems per year for the Chinese commercial vehicle market.

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UAMMI partners with AUVSI to promote advanced materials in AAM

A free, four-part educational series aims to bring awareness of composite materials’ advantages to the uncrewed systems and autonomy community.

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Thermoplastics

Update: THOR project for industrialized, recyclable thermoplastic composite tanks for hydrogen storage

A look into the tape/liner materials, LATW/recycling processes, design software and new equipment toward commercialization of Type 4.5 tanks.

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Pressure Vessels

Hexagon Purus announces contract with New Flyer, results for Q4 2023

Supply of Type 4 composite H2 storage tanks for North American bus market extended, 2023 revenue up 37% due to H2 infrastructure solutions, heavy-duty truck, bus and aerospace, with 50% revenue increase expected in 2024.

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FAA grants Archer Part 145 certification

The eVTOL aircraft company is now authorized to perform specialized aircraft repair services on crucial aircraft components.

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Pressure Vessels

Infinite Composites awarded $470K contract to develop larger, higher pressure H2 tanks

Manufacturing Type V composite pressure vessels, Infinite Composites will match this project with a recently received $1.6 million award from the Army for conformable hydrogen tanks.

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