Materials
MFFD thermoplastic floor beams — OOA consolidation for next-gen TPC aerostructures
GKN Fokker and Mikrosam develop AFP for the Multifunctional Fuselage Demonstrator’s floor beams and OOA consolidation of 6-meter spars for TPC rudders, elevators and tails.
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Arris unveils structural flax fiber composite
High-performance natural fiber adds to the company’s other biocomposite offerings, helps achieve sustainability initiatives.
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Jabil, KAV Sports deliver customized composite bike helmets
Innovative materials science and 3D printing collaboration meets stringent criteria, enables mass customization for consumers.
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IFTH, Cetim and IPC present online guide for eco-design, recycling of composites
The online guide, jointly produced by three French industrial technical centers active in the field of composites, maps the challenges and current options available for recycling in France.
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SABIC debuts EN45545 rail-compliant, fiber-reinforced compound
LNP Thermocomp AM DC0041XA51 offers the rail industry a solution that can be used for on-demand printing of large, complex exterior and interior parts in relatively small build numbers.
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Composite sidewall cover expands options for fire-safe rail components
R&D project by CG Rail explores use of carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastics and recycled manufacturing scrap to meet fire safety, weight and volume targets.
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Teijin Automotive innovates core technologies for body panels
The company’s latest Hexacore and Foam-A-Core products have been developed to meet needs for high impact, fast cycle times and low moisture absorption.
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Demonstrating functionalized, cost-effective composites using additive extrusion
Hybrid thermoset/thermoplastic composite part with 3D-printed functionalization demonstrates technology possibilities and EmpowerAX open platform offering expertise from members throughout the process chain.
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Toray achieves NADCAP accreditation for thermoplastic prepreg manufacture
Toray reported to be the first composites company to receive the Non-Metallic Materials Manufacturing – Thermoplastic Prepreg Manufacturing AC7124/6 certification.
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Lamborghini developments highlight continued focus on composites
The Lamborghini, the purveyor of superb sportscars, has long been involved in composites, but has noted an increase in the lightweight materials’ application.
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