Processes
Modular, robotic cells enable high-rate RTM using any material format
Airborne’s automated ply placement systems at Airbus, GKN Aerospace and Teijin Automotive Technologies aim to maximize flexibility and intelligent automation.
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Composite profiles bring consistent quality to Ant-X drones
Italian drone solutions provider enlists Exel Composites to deliver pultruded and pull-wound profiles that support prototype drone structure designs.
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Hybrid process marries continuous, discontinuous composites design
9T Labs and Purdue applied Additive Fusion Technology to engineer a performance- and cost-competitive aircraft bin pin bracket made from compression-molded continuous and discontinuous CFRTP.
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Reusable vacuum bagging, vacuum sealing solution
CAMX 2023: SWORL is highlighting its spray-fabricated reusable vacuum bags (membranes, foils) and a new sealing product for more sustainable, out-of-autoclave composites processing.
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FST-rated thermoset resin with rapid, tunable cure is designed for infusion
CAMX 2023: The nonhalogenated Harp Rapid resin system presented by Trimer Technologies achieves a low-temperature, tunable cure while attaining high mechanical properties, demonstrating its effectiveness in aerospace applications.
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CRP 3D printing composites optimize Formula SAE team’s racing performance
Long-term CRP USA and UVic Formula Racing partnership has culminated in the development of versatile, durable carbon fiber-filled components that continue deliver on the track.
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IFW’s AFP installation enhances thermoplastic structure production
Commissioned AddComposites AFP manufacturing cells with humm3 flashlamps are located at IFW’s Stade and Garbsen facilities to expand R&D services.
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Global consortium to bring high-value LFAM to the U.K.
The Evo One LFAM project will develop and commercialize a more supportive AM platform, which will include continuous fiber capabilities in the future, to increase accessibility for U.K. companies.
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Heating platens deliver precise, uniform compression molding temperature control
CAMX 2023: Venango Machine features MultiZone heating platens with a control system included, capable of reducing mold surface temperature variation by almost 400% during the compression molding process.
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Nano3Dprint expands 3D printer distribution to Taiwan
Distribution of multi-material printer using chopped carbon fiber and a dual-dispensing printer in Asia is led by second partner Collimage International.
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