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TU Munich gears up for full-scale Hyperloop demonstrator
As a new, university-directed research program, the Technical University of Munich Hyperloop team works to scale up its SpaceX competition-winning pod design.
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GE Aviation GE9X engine achieves FAA certification
Ten GE9X engines have been delivered to power Boeing’s four 777X flight test airplanes after completing just under 5,000 hours and 8,000 cycles for certification.
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Continental Structural Plastics develops composite EV battery enclosures
CSP’ lightweight composite and multi-material battery covers meet stringent static, dynamic and regulatory requirements for automakers.
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Plastic Omnium supplies composite hydrogen storage tanks for MissionH24 cars
Plastic Omnium’s Type IV overwrapped carbon fiber tanks will be subjected to highly demanding operating conditions in terms of speed, refueling frequency and temperature.
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Airbus reveals new zero-emission concept aircraft
The three concepts — all codenamed ZEROe — each represent a different approach to achieving zero-emission flight. The aircraft could enter service by 2035.
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Nemesis Yachts announces all-composite hydrofoil luxury yacht
Powered by a hydrogen-electric battery, solar panels and a wing sail, Nemesis One promises speed, comfort and sustainability.
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Designing the ultimate stand-up fishing kayak
Apex Watercraft’s new Tyr carbon fiber/epoxy prototype reimagines the typical kayak design and promises the highest performance possible.
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Researchers introduce capillary-driven method for continuous fiber 3D printing
The LITA 3D printing system from the University of Delaware shows potential for in situ cure for high-performance carbon fiber composite parts.
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Demonstrating recyclable, bio-based autocomposites
The ECOXY research consortium recently developed a demonstrator automotive part constructed from recyclable flax fiber and a specialized bio-based epoxy.
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Australian start-up builds first recycled carbon fiber composite surfboard
Juc Surf uses 100% recycled carbon fiber scrap materials for a more sustainable surfboard that doesn’t sacrifice performance.
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