Materials
Plant tour: Avel Robotics, Lorient, France
From AFP hydrofoils to more efficient aircraft parts, Avel uses digital design, multiprocess production and a rule-breaking approach for complex 4D composites.
WatchLimited edition watch features carbon fiber case produced by 9T Labs
Using its Additive Fusion Technology, 9T Labs mass produced 1,000 units of the watch case from continuous carbon fiber-reinforced PEKK, achieving a strong, ultralight, aesthetic product.
Read More€34 million Series A advances Fairmat composite materials recycling goals
The company’s plans for the funds include accelerating the deployment of its robotized industrial capabilities to recycle carbon fiber, expanding internationally and entering new verticals with its sustainability solutions.
Read MoreIlium Composites re-certified to ISO 9001 standard for quality management
Rigorous evaluation process brings quality assurance to Ilium’s customer service offerings and range of fiberglass composite reinforcement products.
Read MoreMetal AM advances in composite tooling, Part 1
Multiple metal additive technologies are gaining market acceptance and interest for composite tooling used in processes ranging from short-fiber injection to autoclave-cure prepreg.
Read MoreORNL develops recyclable polymer for low-carbon composites manufacture
Novel vitrimer polymer prevails over the intrinsic limitations of conventional epoxy vitrimers, driving net-zero goals forward.
Read MoreHeat resistance testing provides insight into preventing carbon fiber-reinforced UHTC degradation
Japan-based researchers use an arc-wind tunnel to better understand carbon fiber-reinforced ultrahigh-temperature ceramic matrix composites oxidation resistance in high-temp, inert atmospheres.
Read MoreWelsh dragon commission illustrates capabilities of Compcut precision composite router
The intricate dragon shape was achieved via the PCR 300 system’s hybrid precision cutting and finishing techniques available for composite materials.
WatchThe importance of resin mixing procedures in the composites shop
What is considered to be common knowledge when storing, handling, weighing, mixing and deploying epoxy resins and adhesives has brought to light the need for tighter control, improved practices.
Read MoreDiab Divinycell HM foam lightweights Mayla 44 electric powerboat
Ultra-high-performance powerboat achieves high weight reduction with carbon fiber sandwich construction of the deck, internal structure and the complete hull surface.
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