Reinforcements
CirculinQ: Glass fiber, recycled plastic turn paving into climate solutions
Durable, modular paving system from recycled composite filters, collects, infiltrates stormwater to reduce flooding and recharge local aquifers.
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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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Complex recycled CFRTP parts demonstrate discontinuous fiber advantages
CAMX 2023: herone GmbH is showcasing a set of tubes, shafts and profiles, all of which demonstrate the feasibility of rCF discontinuous fibers molded into complex thermoplastic composite parts.
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BMComposites confirms second Linx 30 catamaran build
New order adds to the reliability of the foil-assisted, beach landing, carbon fiber superyacht tender, with a 40-foot Linx model and an electric version in the works.
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Covestro Adelie solar car makes debut in Leverkusen
The composites-intensive fourth-generation model by the Aachen-based Sonnenwagen team, backed by Covestro, prepares for the October 2023 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
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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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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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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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On the radar: Proliferation of propellers drives CFRP blade production
As propulsion efficiency advances, so too do general aviation and AAM aircraft designs to account for additional efficiency targets. Composite propeller blades are key.
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Zenvo Automotive announces partnership with Managing Composites
New benchmarks for performance, design and safety can be anticipated with the Aurora platform, backed by Managing Composites’ support of the hypercar and supercar industry, and its extensive knowledge in composite materials and simulation.
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