Processes
CF3D technology developments for continuous fiber AM applications
Studies conducted by Continuous Composites, Lockheed Martin and the Air Force Research Laboratory advance aerospace applications of continuous fiber additive manufacturing.
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Sensors: Data for next-gen composites manufacturing
In the quest for sustainability, sensors are reducing cycle times, energy use and waste, automating closed-loop process control and increasing knowledge to open new possibilities for intelligent manufacturing and structures.
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Predicting and mitigating failure in composite parts
Understanding the complexity of composites manufacturing resides in studying the design challenges inherent to fabrication, as much as the physics aspect. To serve this effort, CW introduces a new column, “Predicting Failure.”
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Keyland Polymer, polySpectra combine photopolymers, powder coatings to advance 3D printing
UVMax powder coatings provide a spectrum of surface color and texture possibilities, while COR Alpha photopolymers have been refined for durability.
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Plant tour: Victrex Composites Solutions, Bristol, Rhode Island, U.S.
De-risking thermoplastic composites at industrial scale via hybrid overmolding.
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SABIC, Dongfeng Motors produce composite truck-mounted toolbox
Thermoformed glass fiber-reinforced PP laminate inserts are overmolded with Stamax resin for a 30% lighter part.
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National Composites Center and Meggitt demonstrate linear dielectric sensor for liquid composites processing
Research at Cranfield University is further developed via RTM part trials in NCC’s Technology Pull-Through Program
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9T Labs raises $17 million in Series A funding to advance carbon fiber 3D printing
The investment will help fully commercialize the company’s Red Series software tools, 3D printer and molding equipment to lead the way in the production of sustainable, high-performance CFRTP parts for end-use applications.
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Middle River Aerostructure Systems displays aeroengine nacelle using AFP and RTM composites
Highlights technologies and manufacturing processes that enhance aeroengine operating efficiency while reducing fuel consumption and noise.
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Roboze reveals ceramic-filled Helios PEEK 2005 filament to the 3D printing sector
Ceramic reinforcement proves an ideal candidate for applications that require lightness, mechanical strength, heat resistance and highly complex geometry specifications.
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