Processes

Roboze raises funds for composites industrial 3D printing platforms

A diverse pool of domestic and international investors aid in the further acceleration of R&D for ultra-precise 3D printing of carbon fiber PEEK and other polymers.

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Focus on Design

SMC material configurations tailored to automotive battery enclosure design

SMC battery cover offers various module configurations, levels of performance, mass and cost for electric vehicles.

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Adaxis raises €1 million to combine 3D printing, industrial robotics

AdaOne software platform to be launched in 2022 supports automated, large-scale 3D printing with metals, plastics, composites and concrete to advance large-scale manufacturing.

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Composites 4.0

Fingerprinting liquids for composites

Collo uses electromagnetic sensors and edge analytics to optimize resin degassing, mixing, infusion, polymerization and cure as well as monitoring drift from benchmarked process parameters and enabling in-situ process control.

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Caracol obtains AS/EN 9100 certification for large-scale, robotic-mounted 3D printer

Italy-based large-scale AM specialist secures accreditation to produce aerospace parts. The company is currently scaling up production of various aircraft, launcher and satellite components.

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Pultrusion

Continuous Composite Systems (CCS) – enhanced strength and rigidity

With our Continuous Composite Systems (CCS) products and process, L&L Products can deliver a cost-effective, lightweight, ultra-high strength reinforcement solution that brings extensive engineering knowledge, advanced CAE modeling, and the ability for adhesive use in a variety of applications. (Sponsored)

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Infusion

DNV lowers the partial reduction factor γm1 of wind turbine blades using aging-resistant PU

The adjustment certification, which gives lower safety margins to polyurethane (PU) resin used in rotor blades, marks broader blade design and applications for Covestro.

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Filament Winding

Suprem thermoplastic composites contribute to pressure vessel expansion

High-quality, high-performance UD thermoplastics are dedicated to industrializing recyclable Type III, IV and V pressure vessels.

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Sustainability

Arris Composites announces Sustainable Consumer Products Program using Additive Molding technology

Oval bezel demonstrator for consumer electronics has sub-millimeter features, out-performs metal, is antenna transparent and more than 50% of the matrix comes from a renewable plant source.

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ATL/AFP

Quiet supersonic demonstrator X-59 begins ground testing in Texas

Critical testing ensure the composite aircraft can withstand the loads and stresses that typically occur during supersonic flight. 

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