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INFINITE consortium tackles wireless sensor integration for life-long aircraft monitoring
Engineers from University of Sheffield AMRC will support the embedding of highly specific sensors into composite aerospace structures for MHM and SHM and recylability opportunities.
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University of Maine unveils 100% bio-based 3D-printed home
BioHome3D, made of wood fibers and bioresins and entirely 3D printed, highlights Maine’s effort to address the need for more affordable housing.
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Airbus, ArianeGroup sign transition batch contract for Ariane 6 launch vehicles
Airbus will provide four primary lightweight carbon fibers structures for the next 14 vehicle launchers via state-of-the-art 4.0 industrial facility in Getafe, Spain.
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€34 million Series A advances Fairmat composite materials recycling goals
The company’s plans for the funds include accelerating the deployment of its robotized industrial capabilities to recycle carbon fiber, expanding internationally and entering new verticals with its sustainability solutions.
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Diab Divinycell HM foam lightweights Mayla 44 electric powerboat
Ultra-high-performance powerboat achieves high weight reduction with carbon fiber sandwich construction of the deck, internal structure and the complete hull surface.
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ZeroAvia advances to certify ZA600 in 2025, launch ZA2000 with liquid hydrogen in 2027
Lightweight composite tanks are key to ZeroAvia’s vision for H2 aircraft to rival range and utility of jet fuel aviation.
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Novel composite aims to resolve self-healing material challenges
University engineering researchers have developed and tested self-healing composites capable of self-repairing in place repeatedly without losing healing properties, as well as enhancing resistance to fracture.
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Swinburne AIR Hub partners with NIAR to drive local, international aerospace innovations
Collaboration will focus on digitization of aerospace composites, advanced manufacturing technologies and specialized simulation capabilities to pave the way for cleaner, greener, more affordable aviation.
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Archer Aviation sets ambitious target to build 250 eVTOLs in 2025
With its upcoming unveiling of the composite Midnight eVTOL, Archer Aviation forecasts a rapid production ramp-up in the following years.
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OCSiAl graphene nanotubes enhance dielectric properties of GFRP pipes
Nanotubes grant permanent, uniform anti-static properties and are compatible with most resin types and manufacturing processes, enabling composite pipe use in high-risk facilities.
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