Reinforcements

Consumer 29 Jun 2022

Materials & Processes: Resin matrices for composites

The matrix binds the fiber reinforcement, gives the composite component its shape and determines its surface quality. A composite matrix may be a polymer, ceramic, metal or carbon. Here’s a guide to selection.

Infusion 29 Jun 2022

Fostering best practices for wet layup procedures

As fabricators continue to manufacture composite tools and parts using an open mold, wet layup process — often with mixed success — it’s important to stress proper preparation, materials, application methods and standardization.

BMI 29 Jun 2022

The making of carbon fiber

A look at the process by which precursor becomes carbon fiber through a careful (and mostly proprietary) manipulation of temperature and tension.

Aerospace 27 Jun 2022

Kineco Kaman earns ISRO contract for India’s first human space flight mission

Three conical CFRP crew orbiter module adaptor (OMA) assemblies to be supplied for GSLV Mk-III by December 2023.

Automotive 27 Jun 2022

Ducati introduces lightweight motorcycle seat support rear frame

Forged molding compound (FMC) material from Mitsubishi Chemical and Gemini Composites replaces aluminum part on Ducati Hypermotard 939, reduces part weight by 40%.

Infrastructure 27 Jun 2022

Composite buildings go monocoque

Superior protection from the elements plus fast, affordable installation and maintenance have quickly made Orenco Composites’ DuraFiber buildings an attractive choice for water and wastewater, communications, transportation and power industry outbuildings.

Sustainability 24 Jun 2022

Italian startup, Advanced Composites Solutions develop portable solar panel via recovered carbon fiber

Origami-inspired panel from Levante and ACS upcycles supercar scrap, solves energy accessibility for off-the-grid travelers.

Automotive 24 Jun 2022

Mansory refines Mercedes-Maybach GLS with carbon fiber body components

The complete conversion upgrades nearly all body components with carbon fiber, provides a new holistic design for a faster, more powerful vehicle.

Carbon Fibers 24 Jun 2022

Newly debuted Artura GT4 features McLaren Carbon Lightweight Architecture

Artura GT4 builds on 570S GT4 and 720S GT3 competition cars with a carbon fiber monocoque for light weight, precise handling characteristics and enhanced durability.