Materials

Recycling

Fraunhofer IPT achieves CFRTP tape recycling from H2 tanks

A novel recycling approach uses a peeling process to recover thermoplastic UD tapes from hydrogen pressure vessels, cites 90% of mechanical properties are maintained.

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Carbon Fibers

BMComposites antenna flag pole addresses yacht connectivity challenges

The autoclaved-cured carbon fiber flag pole solution specifically developed for Starlink Maritime eliminates signal impingement on sailing yachts of all sizes.

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Automotive

Dash-CAE launches low-cost carbon fiber monocoque for road cars

The Formula 1 supplier delivers the TR01, an affordable, versatile and lightweight composite chassis that opens new possibilities for hypercar, supercar and motorsport projects.

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Carbon Fibers

UBC engineers successfully develop carbon fiber from bitumen

Through a distinctive spinning process, the university team has enabled the production of carbon fiber for less than $12/kilogram, targeting high-volume industries like automotive.

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Thermoplastics

Daher confirms continuation of R&D efforts for thermoplastic composites

Mobilized by numerous thermoplastics programs, an innovation center and a new strategic plan, Daher advances its dedication to lighter, stronger aerostructures to meet decarbonization goals.

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Aerospace

3D-printed CFRP tools for serial production of composite landing flaps

GKN Aerospace Munich and CEAD develop printed tooling with short and continuous fiber that reduces cost and increases sustainability for composites production.

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Consumer

Cycle Inspect, UNSW investigate carbon fiber bicycle damage

The collaborative research initiative will explore the prevalence and impact of structural damage in carbon fiber bicycles currently in use by the general public, assessing the magnitude of the issue and raising awareness.

Watch

Supernal, Qarbon Aerospace partner to mature induction welding technologies for eVTOL scale-up 

Major aerospace supplier commits resources to scale rate-enabling manufacturing processes for Supernal’s SA-A1 CFRTP component assembly. 

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Aerospace

Manufacturing the MFFD thermoplastic composite fuselage

Demonstrator’s upper, lower shells and assembly prove materials and new processes for lighter, cheaper and more sustainable high-rate future aircraft.

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Carbon Fibers

Fairmat signs long-term contract with Dassault Aviation for composite offcuts

The collection and recycling of carbon fiber scrap from the aerospace/defense company matures Fairmat’s plans to grow its international footprint in composites recycling.

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