Repair
Determining steel/composite failure load of bonded repair assemblies
Bureau Veritas and partners use a novel equivalent interface test specimen and simulation to predict failure load in bonded composite patch repairs to steel structures.
Ginger Gardiner
Senior Technical Editor, CompositesWorld
Toray obtains ABS type approval for in-situ VARTM ship repairs
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certifies use of jointly developed CFRP repair technique on FPSO and FSO industrial systems, addressing traditional steel restoration challenges.
Read MorePolymer systems facilitate architectural, structural repair and protection
CAMX 2024: ChemCo Systems’ products are designed to install, protect or repair concrete, steel, wood as well as composite systems.
Read MoreHealable thermoset resin achieves ultra-fast composites repair
CAMX 2024: CompPair HealTech solutions give the ability to heal cracks and delaminations in a composite via local heating more than 60 times, available for a range of composite processes.
Read MoreComposite wrap system combats corrosion in industrial tank repair
A fiberglass and carbon fiber composite wrap system enabled an Australian nickel mine to quickly repair a stainless steel ammonium sulphate feed tank and protect against future corrosion.
Read MoreModec, Toray jointly develop FPSO, FSO repair solution using CFRP patches
CFRP patch technology will target localized pitting corrosion repairs for floating vessels used by the oil and gas industry, leading to minimal disruption and more streamlined repair.
Read MoreFACC signs multiyear agreement with Pratt & Whitney for fan case MRO
FACC is growing its component repair services with the repair and overhaul of its customer’s composite PW800 turbofan engines.
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Developing bonded composite repair for ships, offshore units
Bureau Veritas and industry partners issue guidelines and pave the way for certification via StrengthBond Offshore project.
Ginger Gardiner
Senior Technical Editor, CompositesWorld
Segula Technologies initiates Z-WasTEK project for composite recycling, repair
The combined use of 3R resin and the development of digital programs will target the repair and more responsible use of carbon fiber.
Read MoreAerodynamic considerations when repairing complex composite structures
An example process gives steps and issues to consider when determining the most effective repair method for preserving the aerodynamic surface of a complex-contoured composite sandwich structure.
Read MoreGMI Aero extends Anita EZ hot bonder thermocouple capabilities
Thirty-six thermocouples (T/Cs) are now available for flexible temperature monitoring/control during composite curing.
Read MoreCompPair adapts HealTech composites to LCM processes
The new system, demonstrated through the manufacture of a large-scale wind turbine blade section, enables the repair and recovery of infused composite structures within minutes.
Read MoreDeveloping repairs for thermoplastic composite aerostructures
HyPatchRepair project proves feasibility of automated process chain for welded thermoplastic composite patch repairs.
Read MoreRefurbished Einstein yacht demonstrates innovative composites repair and redesign
Years of creative engineering work went into resurrecting the composites-intensive IMOCA 60 racing yacht — with award-winning results.
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Belzona highlights composite wrap system designed for aqueous environments
Belzona 1984, a surface-tolerant epoxy resin, enables repair and restoration of holed, weakened and corroded pipe and tank walls that are damp, wet or underwater.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
Toray jointly wins Infrastructure Maintenance award for steel pipe repair innovation
Together with Tokyo Electric Power Grid and Yasuda Seisakusho, Toray employed in-situ VARTM with carbon fiber sheets to repair steel pipe corrosion on transmission towers, with application extension underway.
Read MoreSpirit AeroSystems, Joramco sign MRO services cooperation
MOU agreement will provide customers a wide range of repairs to and services of composite and metallic aerostructures.
Read MoreEU-funded GENEX project to develop digital twin framework for aircraft lifecycle tracking
Novel digital framework to enable holistic and comprehensive data capture through the entire aircraft lifecycle, supporting composite component/structure manufacture optimization and maintenance.
Read MoreTPRC research project investigates thermoplastic composite structure repair strategies
Linda Grafen’s two-year study explored reconsolidation and patch repair methods to determine their feasibility for impact damage repairing.
Read MoreINFINITE consortium tackles wireless sensor integration for life-long aircraft monitoring
Engineers from University of Sheffield AMRC will support the embedding of highly specific sensors into composite aerospace structures for MHM and SHM and recylability opportunities.
Read MoreSafran Nacelles gains Part 145 certification for nacelle repair site
Suzhou, China facility can now offer composite and metal MRO activities to Asia, Pacific and Oceania markets, including nacelles, thrust reversers and Comac 919 LRUs.
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Belzona coatings expand composite leading edge protection, lifespan
Belzona highlights the use of Belzona 5711 and 5721 to extend the lifespan of 42 wind turbine blades in Denmark facing severe erosion.
Jessica Pompili
Editorial Assistant
Flexible, induction-based heating for thermoplastic composite part repair
Spinning off from a German Aerospace Center (DLR) research project, msquare GmbH’s technology aims to innovate and enable repair for high-temperature thermoplastics.
Read MoreV2 Composites highlights improved composite repair solution for concrete parking structures
Custom-engineered CFRP T-Biscuit enables the repair of failed flange-to-flange shear connections of pre-cast double tee beams in new and existing structures.
Read MoreGMI Aero, KATC, Hypercoat Enterprises lead successful Level 1 bonded composite repair training course
A tripartite agreement serves to support joint composites training across Malaysia and the broader Southeastern Asia region.
Read MoreData visibility increases efficiency, competitiveness for composite infrastructure solutions company
ClockSpring|NRI builds composite strengthening systems for pipes and civil structures, using Global Shop Solutions ERP software to help track and manage cost and production data.
Read MoreJEC World 2022, Part 1: Highlights in sustainable, digital, industrialized composites
JEC World 2022 offered numerous new developments in composites materials, processes and applications, according to CW senior editor, Ginger Gardiner, most targeting improved sustainability for wider applications.
Read MoreAlternate heat sources for hot-bonded composite repairs
Successfully using an alternate heat source for repairing composite structures requires an awareness of thermal dynamics and effective heat transfer management.
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