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Stratasys, Champion Motorsport team up to test 3D-printed core technology

Stratasys proves out carbon fiber-wrapped, printed core for toolless, customizable manufacture, on aerodynamic prototype and production parts for a winning racecar.

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Natural Fibers

Teijin Aramid, OMP Racing composite Formula E racing suit raises the bar for protective performance

Ultra-light meta-aramid fiber garment maximizes both the safety and comfort of the Envision Virgin Racing Formula E team, harnessing flameproof, flexible and high-performance qualities.

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BASF, L&L Products and Stellantis recognized for 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L lightweighting

Composite tunnel reinforcement comprised of pultruded continuous glass fiber reinforced with Elastocoat polyurethane system for 40% weight savings and improved overall performance.  

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Aerospace

Robotic computed tomography – removing NDT barriers for composites

Radalytica uses collaborative robots, ultra-sensitive X-ray photon detectors and the ability to combine CT with ultrasound, surface profiling and other inspection methods to optimize composites part quality, production and reduce cost.

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Recycling

BCA Industries introduces “The Beast” shredder unit

Next-gen shredder for composites recyclers is designed to eliminate catastrophic breakdowns and production downtime by upgrading points of vulnerability and enabling simultaneous shredding and chipping.

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OTOMcomposite develops software for Composites 4.0 production using laser-assisted tape placement and winding

Optical thermal optimization model (OTOM) software enables inline monitoring and control for improved part quality and reduced production time and cost of in-situ consolidated thermoplastic composites and Type IV pressure vessels.

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Aerospace

Markforged launches aerospace-ready traceable composite materials

Onyx FR-A and Carbon Fiber FR-A materials meet FST requirements, come with traceability and adhere to specifications approved by the National Center for Advanced Materials Performance (NCAMP).

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Cobra supports new production concept for composites-intensive VETAL tailsitter drone

Cost-effective composite tooling and a scaled-up production line target durability, production rate and price parameters for the VETAL’s carbon fiber flying wing airframe.

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Natural Fibers

CAMX 2021 exhibit preview: Microtex Composites

Composite fabrics from Microtex are made for performance and style. The company uses raw materials such as carbon fibers, linen, glass fibers, aramid fibers and other high-performance fibers.

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Prepregs

CAMX 2021 exhibit preview: Gascogne Flexible

Gascogne Flexible showcases a tight release valve for ATL applications, a low coefficient of friction, solvent-free release liner and a high-porosity kraft paper for thin ply prepreg applications.

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