Reinforcements

Carbon Fibers 30 Jun 2023

UBC engineers successfully develop carbon fiber from bitumen

Through a distinctive spinning process, the university team has enabled the production of carbon fiber for less than $12/kilogram, targeting high-volume industries like automotive.

Molds/Tools 28 Jun 2023

3D-printed CFRP tools for serial production of composite landing flaps

GKN Aerospace Munich and CEAD develop printed tooling with short and continuous fiber that reduces cost and increases sustainability for composites production.

Consumer 27 Jun 2023

Cycle Inspect, UNSW investigate carbon fiber bicycle damage

The collaborative research initiative will explore the prevalence and impact of structural damage in carbon fiber bicycles currently in use by the general public, assessing the magnitude of the issue and raising awareness.

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Thermoplastics 26 Jun 2023

Supernal, Qarbon Aerospace partner to mature induction welding technologies for eVTOL scale-up

Major aerospace supplier commits resources to scale rate-enabling manufacturing processes for Supernal’s SA-A1 CFRTP component assembly.

Carbon Fibers 23 Jun 2023

Fairmat signs long-term contract with Dassault Aviation for composite offcuts

The collection and recycling of carbon fiber scrap from the aerospace/defense company matures Fairmat’s plans to grow its international footprint in composites recycling.

Space 23 Jun 2023

Beyond Gravity wins contract for Ariane 6 payload fairings

Extended partnership for the 20-meter-high carbon fiber payload fairing variant manufactured at Beyond Gravity’s Emmen facility builds on decades of composite space component manufacture.

Advanced Air Mobility 22 Jun 2023

Plana, DUC Hélices Propellers to develop propellers for AAM

High-performance, low-noise, and eco-friendly composite propulsion systems will be designed, produced, tested and certified for the CP-01 hybrid eVTOL aircraft.

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