Materials
ZEBRA project launched to develop first 100% recyclable wind turbine blades
A cross-sector consortium has been brought together to demonstrate the relevance of thermoplastic wind turbine blades, with an eco-design approach to facilitate recycling.
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Strohm thermoplastic composite pipes receive DNV certification, reported to have low carbon footprint
Strohm and Evonik’s carbon fiber/PA12 pipes are now fit to use for hydrocarbons transport. A lifecycle report also found the TCP pipes to have a 60% lower carbon footprint than an equivalent carbon steel pipeline.
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Isovolta Group features high-performance Cerapreg material
The silicate-ceramic material is able to withstand high temperatures while offering a weight reduction of up to 40%.
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CFRP breakdown poles designed for lightweight, long-lasting use in marine applications
Shellback Canvas LLC wanted to develop a cost-effective alternative to prepreg poles for its canvas boat awnings. The resulting Blacksticks comprise compression-molded carbon fiber braid and epoxy in a unique process.
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Aimplas joins LIGHTCAR project to develop eco-friendly composite materials
Funded by the Valencian Innovation Agency, novel long fiber thermoplastics aim to lighten electric vehicle batteries by 50-70%
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Expansion begins at Hexcel engineered core operations plant in Morocco
The site will double in size by 2023 to meet increasing demand for lightweight advanced composites from aerospace customers.
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Swissplast Group to produce large-scale 3D-printed components via hybrid LFAM machine
Developed between CMS Advanced Materials Technology and the Fraunhofer Institute, the additive technology produces thermoplastic granulates reinforced with carbon or glass fiber.
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IsoTruss completes $4.5 million Series A funding round
Funding accelerates carbon fiber cell tower rollout, targeting industries including telecom infrastructure, aerospace, civil infrastructure, energy and construction for further growth.
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Biomimicry braiding for load-bearing slender FRP node structures
An interdisciplinary research team has developed a spatially branched, carbon fiber-reinforced, high load-bearing supporting node for consideration in building and construction.
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Decathlon selects GreenPoxy bio-resin for latest sustainable wakeboards
The sports equipment giant combines GreenPoxy 33 with FSC-accredited wood cores and monitors all ecological impacts of the manufacturing process, keeping the environment at the heart of its newest designs.
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