Sustainability
ELG Carbon Fibre, Aerocircular N.V. develop closed-loop recycling for EoL aircraft
The initiative estimates that only one-tenth of the energy typically required when producing virgin carbon fiber will be used.
Read MoreGE, COBOD, LafargeHolcim enable taller wind turbines with 3D-printed concrete base
3D-printed bases can be printed on-site and will enable production of wind turbines up to 200 meters in height.
Read MoreMitsubishi Chemical plans to acquire European carbon fiber recycling companies
Plans to acquire German companies CFK and carboNXT will further MCC’s recycling initiative in the carbon fiber composites industry.
Read MoreVestas wins 50 MW order for largest Vietnam intertidal wind project
Vestas is supplying and supervising installation of 13 wind turbines made of composites, with the third quarter of 2021 the expected completion date.
Read MoreRize debuts RIZE 2XC, adaptive workplace 3D printer
In addition to meeting supply chain flexibility, the desktop composite 3D printer offers a safe and sustainable materials portfolio.
Read MoreMore efficient reusable vacuum bags
SWORL Inc. is featuring new accessory products to facilitate bag production, vacuum sealing, removal and reinstallation of its reusable vacuum bags.
Read MoreNASA announces new James Webb Space Telescope target launch date
The observatory is expected to launch Oct. 31, 2021, a change resulting from technical challenges and the impact of the pandemic.
Read MoreKeynote selected for SPE Automotive Composites Conference and Exhibition 2020 virtual event
SPE ACCE, the virtual-only event occurring Sept. 9-11, 2020, announces Jose Chirino of Lanxess Corp. as its first keynote speaker.
Read MoreBye Aerospace closes $10 million in funding
The investments have enabled the company to work on Serial #001, the first production-conforming prototype of its two-seat eFlyer 2 aircraft.
Read MoreOff-the-shelf environmental control for part repair
Through an agreement with Cornerstone Research Group, Heatcon Inc. is offering Deployable Isolation Repair Technology (DIRT Bag) products.
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