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Curing

Fast-FlexMont2 project targets optimized, large-structure CFRP assembly

Advanced measuring and referencing methods, highly precise positioning technologies and continuous digital process control by Fraunhofer IFAM demonstrate automated rudder hinge assembly.

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Faurecia advances biocomposites, recyclability, reduced CO2 and sustainability in automotive

Efforts include advancing NAFILean materials family in weight reduction and sustainability, as well as new Sustainable Materials division and R&D Center.  

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Consumer

CDZ Compositi introduces patented 3D Flex Composite

Specialist in structural and aesthetic prepreg press parts enhances 3D shaping and flexibility in composite parts using carbon and other reinforcement fibers.

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Carbon Fibers

Digital Demo: Aerospace Carbon Fiber Infusion

Learn how this process combined with carbon fiber can offer the manufacturer the benefits of increased strength and the ability to make a lighter-weight part.

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Trends

Firefly Aerospace Alpha rocket successfully reaches orbit, deploys customer payloads

All-composite Alpha FLTA002 rocket launches and reaches orbit from U.S. soil on only its second attempt, completing all important technical milestones including a two-burn maneuver.  

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Trends

Automated filament winding system increases throughput, reduces manual labor for pressurized well tank production

For its new line of composite well water tanks, Amtrol worked with Roth Composite Machinery on an automated process for faster, more easily tracked production.

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Molds/Tools

Clemson Composites Center leads research in low-cost composite tooling

Innovative technology approach to use additive manufacturing and artificial intelligence to produce tools faster, at a lower cost and with less environmental impact.  

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Composites enable epic interior for Museum of the Future

For this one-of-a-kind lobby, AFI pioneered digital, reconfigurable molds to achieve organic-shaped, multifunctional panels and stairwell cladding.

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Construction

Advanced Fiberglass Industries: Composites enable innovation

With decades of composites design and fabrication experience, Dubai-based AFI turns problems into solutions.

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Mitigating Carbon Fiber Emissions for Fabricators

Thermal or catalytic oxidation devices are capable of achieving over 99% destruction of the emissions from carbon fiber manufacturing. Recent developments in these technologies have improved efficiency, effectiveness, process uptime, and reduced carbon footprint.

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Automation

Kanfit increases composite material yield with Plataine AI, IIoT-based optimization solutions

Industry 4.0 software automates and streamlines raw material tracking, management and planning, maximizing material use up to 3%, and reducing costs and production delays.  

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Aerospace

Beyond Gravity delivers space technology, composites expertise for Artemis missions

Mechanisms to drive solar array panels, a composite universal stage adapter and central network electronics supply drive Artemis missions forward.  

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