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Saertex presents SAERfoam structural core materials
Hybrid core material is simple to process, highly economical and exhibits a shear modulus up to four times greater in comparison to PVC and PET.
WatchHengshen to produce rear pressure bulkhead demonstrators
China-based Hengshen Carbon and Composites will produce five 4.5-meter demonstrator composite rear pressure bulkheads (RPB) for a Chinese aerospace OEM.
WatchRocket Lab unveils composite Neutron launch vehicle
Live streamed web event reveals detailed Neutron rocket architecture for the first time, including its carbon fiber launch vehicle and second stage, and new Archimedes rocket engine, all designed for reliability and reusability.
WatchConverting from hand layup to open mold spray-up process
In this Digital Demo, Sam Cruz, MVP's Senior Product Manager, talks about how to convert from hand lay-up process to spraying fiberglass and offers an overview of the benefits. (Sponsored)
WatchGardner Business Media Opens Registration for Plastics Technology Expo 2022
The inaugural PTXPO event will take place March 29-31, 2022, connecting North America’s plastics processors in Chicago.
WatchFraunhofer IPT develops thermoplastic composites in hydrogen storage, engine blades and more
Active in laser-assisted tape winding and in-situ consolidation of thermoplastic composites since 1988, the IPT in Aachen, Germany continues to push new materials, applications and Composites 4.0 digital processing.
WatchNexam Chemical, the NCC develop solution for manufacturing high-temperature composites
Nexam Chemical’s Neximid high-temperature resin system can operate at temperatures up to 400°C, expanding the boundaries of composites into more demanding applications that weren’t previously possible.
WatchACS-A to develop composite prototypes, processes for MoorPower wave energy project
The two-year, Australia-based demonstrator project aims to use wave energy conversion technology to decarbonize offshore aquaculture operations.
WatchIn-situ composites sensors for increased production rates, smart processes and life cycle monitoring
Com&Sens FBG sensors are embedded into pressure vessels, rudders and bridges, with new edge and surface connection technology, aimed at cost-effective serial production and monitoring of composite structures.
WatchThe Native Labs launches new Composite Materials course
Online, self-paced course takes users through three blocks — materials, processes and design — to provide a comprehensive understanding of how to work with composites.
WatchClean Sky 2 FUSINBUL project develops full-scale, carbon fiber pressure bulkheads
Two 3.5-meter pressure bulkhead demonstrators incorporate advanced layup techniques with the goal of increasing serial production capabilities for fuselage manufacture for regional aircraft.
WatchRaise3D launches fused filament fabrication 3D printer aimed at small-batch production
The large-format RFM500 fabricates carbon fiber-reinforced end-use parts with industrial-grade precision and repeatability.
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