Materials
Production-ready Dufour Aero2 drone undergoes hover flight
The composites-intensive VTOL platform is next expected to undergo a series of test flights in various conditions to validate its performance, safety and reliability, leading up to eventual certification.
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ReFrame project commits to recyclable CFRP aircraft structure research
German inter-university network HP CFK is investigating recyclable sandwich structures, developing sustainable mobility concepts for applicability in safety-critical aircraft components.
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Nanocomposite studies show potential for enhancing resin properties
CAMX 2024: Nanopoxy and Nione are presenting a session describing tests and results of incorporating niobium nanoparticles into epoxy resins.
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Volkswagen unveils hemp fiber-based leather alternative with Revoltech
Bio-based surface material made from industrial hemp is being developed and tested for possible use in Volkswagen vehicles from 2028 onward.
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NCC receives funding to build Cygnet Texkimp-designed carbonization research lines
The National Composites Center is to build precursor and carbon fiber research lines to enable innovation in U.K. composites production.
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Henry Royce Institute commissions Cygnet Texkimp DEECOM system
DEECOM unit will be available to the U.K. academic community and industrial partners for work in reclaiming and reusing composite fibers and resins.
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Tooling foam, core excels in uniformity, high temps and repeated curing
CAMX 2024: General Plastics Manufacturing Co. returns with advancements to its Last-a-Foam tooling board foam and composite core products.
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Low-cost, efficient CFRP anisogrid lattice structures
CIRA uses patented parallel winding, dry fiber, silicone tooling and resin infusion to cut labor for lightweight, heavily loaded space applications.
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Airbus works to improve the life cycle of composites in future aircraft
This companion article to CW's September 2024 Airbus Illescas plant tour discusses recycling, LCA, biocomposites, Fast Track technologies, qualification and more.
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Renegade Materials earns NCAMP certification for low-dielectric prepreg
Thermoset prepreg using quartz fabric, well suited for aircraft manufacturers and aircraft part suppliers, has completed qualification and will be listed in the NCAMP database and CMH-17.
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