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Composite engine valves?
HPC technical editor Sara Black reports progress on CFRP intake and exhaust valves for race car engines.
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High-Volume Preforming for Automotive Application
More than a dozen parts for four Aston Martin models are mass produced in France using Ford Motor Co.'s optimized Programmable Preforming Process and resin transfer molding.
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Cutting Infusion Time And Cost
When open molders turn to infusion, careful planning, material selection and training precede process efficiency.
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Composite spoilers brake Airbus for landing
New RTM'd carbon composite center hinge fitting withstands 20-ton air load in commercial jet spoiler assembly.
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Rapid Fiber Preforming On A Large Scale
A proven alternative to open molding of big parts.
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Autoclave Quality Outside The Autoclave?
Pioneers of out-of-autoclave processing in aerospace applications answer a qualified but enthusiastic Yes!
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Composites target tactical missiles
Composite benefits are surmounting obstacles in manufacture of small, high-volume missile systems.
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In-mold Preforming Cost-justifies Closed Molding
Computer-controlled robots spray preforms directly into the part tool, a running start for closed molding.
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Meter, Mix Dispense Update
New technologies are improving accuracy, ease of use and repeatability while moving toward automation.
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Paris Air Show Report 2005
The 46th edition of the world's largest aircraft industry event provides a fitting showcase of composites industry gains.
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