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Combining multifunctional thermoplastic composites, additive manufacturing for next-gen airframe structures
The DOMMINIO project combines AFP with 3D printed gyroid cores, embedded SHM sensors and smart materials for induction-driven disassembly of parts at end of life.
WatchOVERLEAF tackles thermoplastics, open cell insulation, sensors and testing for LH2 tank
Newsletter #4 gives latest status on EU project’s work toward thermoplastic composite tanks with 40% storage density of cryogenic hydrogen for future zero emissions aircraft.
WatchAernnova Composites, leader in composites R&D
This sidebar to CW’s July 2024 feature article reviews the company’s achievements and capabilities through years of composites R&D programs.
WatchAcellent SHM 4.0 software supports real-time composites monitoring
Integrity and condition of a variety of metal and composite parts and structures is made possible through end-to-end software suites.
WatchPull-wound carbon fiber poles enable lightweight, compact, rigid emergency stretcher
Based on military feedback, Epsilon Composite developed an optimized, foldable stretcher that combines telescopic pull-wound carbon fiber tubes.
WatchMidnight production aircraft completes full transition flight
This is Archer’s second full-scale eVTOL aircraft to achieve this milestone, critical to being able to carry commercially viable passenger payloads.
WatchREGENT progresses seaglider prototype development, prepares for crewed testing
All-electric composites-intensive maritime craft will enhance coastal transportation capabilities by mid-decade.
WatchCIDER project highlights rCF automotive door using Elium resin
European consortium develops novel processes, sustainable designs through three demonstrators to increase recycled carbon fiber use in transportation applications.
WatchSkydweller Aero conducts solar-powered carbon fiber aircraft flight
Skydweller is a large-scale autonomous aircraft made for long-duration missions.
WatchDiehl Aviation, 9T Labs present Eco Bracket
Ultra-lightweight and made of recycled composites, the Eco Bracket cuts weight and cost in half and reduces CO2 emissions, in addition to providing high performance.
WatchDiehl Aviation sets up new aircraft interiors production in Mexico
The Querétaro site will start in mid-2025 with Airbus A220 overhead bins assembled in Québec, Canada and Alabama in the U.S.
WatchRocket Lab launches climate science satellites for NASA
The first of two satellites were deployed on the company’s composite Electron rocket for the PREFIRE mission to detect heat loss over the Arctic and Antarctica.
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