Thermoplastics

Recycling

Fraunhofer IPT achieves CFRTP tape recycling from H2 tanks

A novel recycling approach uses a peeling process to recover thermoplastic UD tapes from hydrogen pressure vessels, cites 90% of mechanical properties are maintained.

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Thermoplastics

Daher confirms continuation of R&D efforts for thermoplastic composites

Mobilized by numerous thermoplastics programs, an innovation center and a new strategic plan, Daher advances its dedication to lighter, stronger aerostructures to meet decarbonization goals.

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Welding

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. 

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Manufacturing the MFFD thermoplastic composite fuselage

Demonstrator’s upper, lower shells and assembly prove materials and new processes for lighter, cheaper and more sustainable high-rate future aircraft.

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Pressure Vessels

The NCC calls for interest in TPC pipe permeability project

The joint industry project seeks to better understand the permeability performance of thermoplastic composite pipes for hydrogen distribution to de-risk for widespread adoption.  

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GKN Aerospace, Joby Aviation sign aerostructures agreement

GKN Aerospace will manufacture thermoplastic composite flight control surfaces for Joby’s all-electric, four-passenger, composites-intensive ride-sharing aircraft.

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Automation

JEC World 2023 highlights: Innovative prepregs, bio-resins, automation, business development

CW’s Jeff Sloan checks in with JEC innovations from Solvay, A&P, Nikkiso, Voith, Hexcel, KraussMaffei, FILL, Web Industries, Sicomin, Bakelite Synthetics, Westlake Epoxy and Reliance Industries.

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Ketones

Tool Gauge, Victrex partner to develop co-molded composite aircraft parts

Novel hybrid overmolding technology achieves novel thermoplastic composite parts to replace machined aluminum components on commercial aircraft, as well as reduce manufacturing costs and timeline.

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Hydrogen Storage

THOR project develops mass-producible CFRTP hydrogen tanks

The three-year project, concluded in 2022 and aided by partners spanning the entire hydrogen storage supply chain, tested and produced 15 thermoplastic tanks, with the goal of achieving broader market introduction.

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Thermoplastics

Windform XT 2.0 IMG brings sustainability to injection molding

Carbon fiber-reinforced PA12 thermoplastic launched by CRP Technology is a 100% recycled high-performance material derived from the Top-Line range for 3D printing.

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