National Composites Week
KU researchers explore FRP materials for dams, levee reinforcement
To address aging infrastructure, a team of researchers at KU is conducting research into repairing and retrofitting 700-plus dams, levees and related structures nationwide using FRP materials.
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SAMPE launches new report on the state of the technology industry
The inaugural release of SoTIR, in conjunction with a free summer webinar series, summarizes the latest composite and advanced materials industry advancements and trends.
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Dufour Aerospace announces composites airframe, nacelle and tail suppliers for Aero2 drone prototype
The uncrewed, hybrid-electric, tilt-wing cargo transport aircraft will feature an all-composite airframe and composites-intensive nacelle and tail.
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VIDEO: One-Piece, OOA Infusion for Aerospace Composites
Tier-1 aerostructures manufacturer Spirit AeroSystems developed an out-of-autoclave (OOA), one-shot resin infusion process to reduce weight, labor and fasteners for a multi-spar aircraft torque box.
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Portable digital ultrasonic imaging achieves in-service, field and manufacturing inspection
CAMX 2023: 2D array ultrasonic NDT for composites, metals and other materials is made possible through Dolpitech’s dolphicam and dolphicam2+ matrix transducer technology.
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Wabash MPI/Carver PNP presses offer new model sizes, feature options
Customer capabilities for lab or production work have been expanded with 0.5-, 2- and 5-ton pneumatic press models and a variety of new customizable features.
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Modular drill platform assists with composite drilling
CAMX 2023: The KenTip FS Modular Drill platform from Kennametal can help maximize efficiency with straight-bodied flutes, ultra-high polished chip flutes and smart wrench insertion.
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Thermoplastic honeycomb, lightweight solar modules demonstrate sustainability
CAMX 2023: Together, EconCore and ThermHex are providing a first look at new product variations for additional lightweight opportunities, including high-performance thermoplastic cores and solar panels with a honeycomb structure.
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Episode 41: Chase Hogoboom, T.J. Perrotti, Composite Energy Technologies Inc.
Chase Hogoboom (president) and TJ Perrotti (senior Naval architect and chief design engineer), CET Photo Credit: Composite Energy Technologies Inc.
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Composite railway transom installation to replace timber alternatives
University of Southern Queensland researchers, in collaboration with Austrak, evaluate real-time conditions of FRP and water-based materials used on new Australian rainlway transoms.
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