Materials
CAMX 2021 exhibit preview: Gustav Gerster GmbH & Co. KG
Gustav Gerster’s TechTex corner reinforcements and resin distribution tape optimize the structure of composite components.
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Virginia Tech researchers develop IGA for more efficient modeling of skin-stringer composites with complex cutouts
Isogeometric analysis offers higher rates of convergence and accuracy versus standard FE methods, will be offered as opensource code on GitHub.
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AON3D debuts AON M2+ printer to fabricate high performance end-use parts
Printer aimed to exceed aluminum parts using chopped carbon fiber and high-performance polymers (e.g., PEEK, PEKK, ULTEM) via widely available, off-the-shelf filaments.
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Firefly to become the premier supplier of spaceflight composite components for New Space industry
Negotiating to supply components, such as composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPV), to external customers, as part of full product line and new space marketplace.
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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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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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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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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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