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U.K. research program explores aligned discontinuous fiber prepreg
A research program in the U.K. is attempting to achieve a fundamental step-change in the composites industry.
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Massachusetts-based startup raises funding to launch carbon fiber super-composite
Boston Materials has raised $1.75 million in seed funding to launch its Carbon Supercomposite, which uses a patented Z-axis reinforcement technology in a carbon fiber composite.
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Armacell to reach landmark of 1 billion recycled PET bottles this year
The landmark has been achieved through the growth of the company’s patented recycled PET foam core technology and product portfolio.
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Teijin develops multi-material, lightweight automotive side door module
The module is made from carbon fiber sheet molded compound (SMC), glass fiber SMC and unidirectional glass fiber-reinforced plastics (GFRP) to offer both high strength and low weight.
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GWEC reports 51.3 GW of new wind capacity in 2018
The Global Wind Energy Council’s latest data shows that China led both offshore and onshore wind energy installation in 2018.
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JEC World 2019 Preview
The JEC World trade show and conference, the largest composites event in the world, will be held at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center, March 12-14, 2019.
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FACC receives STC approval for its Passenger Luggage Space Upgrade program
The glass fiber-reinforced composite overhead stowage bins are said to increase space while reducing weight by up to 67 percent.
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KRÜSS Scientific Instruments joins IACMI
The organizations plan to use their combined networks to further research in surface science.
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Thermwood and Bell collaborate on 3D-printed helicopter blade mold
Thermwood employed its new 60-mm melt core technology to additively manufacture the autoclave-capable, carbon fiber-reinforced tool.
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Airbus to halt A380 production after Emirates cuts orders
Airbus has announced it will cease deliveries of the A380 in 2021 following a decision by Emirates to reduce its orders for the aircraft from 162 to 123.
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