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Aptera joins forces with C.P.C. Group to accelerate solar EV production

Specialized composite bodies are being produced in Modena, Italy, for Aptera’s BinC vehicle, enabling eventual manufacturing ramp-up of 40 vehicles/day to meet demand targets.

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Focus on Design

Next-generation airship design enabled by modern composites

LTA Research’s proof-of-concept Pathfinder 1 modernizes a fully rigid airship design with a largely carbon fiber composite frame. R&D has already begun on higher volume, more automated manufacturing for the future.

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VIDEO: Energy-Efficient Thermoforming for Composite Parts

Meccatronica exhibited their lineup of E-Form servo-electric presses at JEC 2023. Designed to showcase the cutting-edge capabilities of high-quality and energy-efficient thermoforming for composite parts, their E-Form range stands as an alternative to conventional hydraulic presses as they are fully electronic.

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Filament Winding

VIDEO: Sustainable pressure vessel systems for heavy-duty vehicles

Automotive and filament winding experts at Voith Composites showcased their Type IV hydrogen storage tanks at JEC 2023. These 350-liter pressure vessels, manufactured with recycled carbon fiber, are primarily designed for heavy-duty vehicles.

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Swiss race car breaks EV acceleration world record

Hand-built composite electric race car from ETH Zurich, Lucerne University accelerates from zero to 100 kilometers/hour in less than 1 second.

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JEC

VIDEO: Corebon Demos Induction Heating Systems at JEC World 2023

Kenneth Frogner, Head of Research at Corebon, demos their different induction heating systems on the show floor at JEC World 2023.

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VIDEO: Large-Format 3D Printing Solutions for Automotive Applications & More

Large scale 3D printing manufacturer, CEAD takes CW through their various robotics and extrusion systems at JEC World 2023.

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CAMX

Five-axis CNC machining center delivers on versatile materials processing needs 

CAMX 2023: Biesse America highlights the Rover Plast A FT, capable of adaptable milling and cutting operations for plastics and composite materials with high precision and a quality finish.

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VIDEO: Demonstrating Large-Format Additive Manufacturing

Francesco De Stefano, Co-Founder & CEO of Caracol AM presented their revolutionary Heron AM system at JEC 2023. Designed with versatility in mind, this system offers a range of printhead sizes, ensuring precise and customizable printing options. This project exemplifies their commitment to innovation and eco-friendly manufacturing practices.

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Dufour Aerospace X2.2 VTOL masters vertical to horizontal flight transition

Uncrewed Aero2 prototype proves aerodynamic qualities via flight testing, leading up to delivery of a second prototype to launch customer Spright.

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Sustainability

Bio-based epoxy, recycled materials increase sustainability of all-terrain snowboards

Aiming for a smaller environmental footprint while maintaining high performance, Salomon’s Highpath snowboard line incorporates bio-based epoxy, glass and basalt fiber stringers and recycled materials.

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Out of Autoclave

VIDEO: One-Piece, OOA Infusion for Aerospace Composites

Tier-1 aerostructures manufacturer Spirit AeroSystems developed an out-of-autoclave (OOA), one-shot resin infusion process to reduce weight, labor and fasteners for a multi-spar aircraft torque box. 

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