Crashworthiness testing of composites: A building block approach, Part 3
Third in a series on crashworthiness testing analyzes the upper levels of the building block approach and the importance of numerical analyses.
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Call for abstracts: CW Tech Days to explore high-temperature composite solutions
The fall 2025 installment of CW’s Tech Days online event series will cover high-temperature composite solutions for defense and space applications.
Read MoreCanatu extends IATF 16949:2016 certification
The international standard for automotive quality management reflects Canatu’s dedication to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction when it comes to the delivery of its CNT products.
Read MorePusan National University develops novel approach for composite material homogenization
The proposed RBHM method has been shown to accelerate composite material modeling and analysis with reduced basis homogenization, achieving higher accuracy and minimal error.
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AGC Chemicals Americas highlights Fluon+ Compounds for critical polymeric, composites applications
AGC’s Fluon+ Compounds are engineered to improve material properties and extend application reach.
Read MoreCartken autonomous robot facilitates indoor, outdoor material handling
Cartken Hauler provides efficiency and flexibility in industrial and on-site material transportation settings through its all-terrain mobility, high payload capacity and rapid deployment.
Read MoreModern Mill introduces Acre composite for non-structural construction needs
Acre comprises upcycled rice hulls reinforced with a more natural PVC matrix, offering composite products that feature the warmth and workability of wood but in a more sustainable package.
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Plant tour: Collins Aerospace, Riverside, Calif., U.S. and Almere, Netherlands
Composite Tier 1’s long history, acquisition of stamped parts pioneer Dutch Thermoplastic Components, advances roadmap for growth in thermoplastic composite parts.
Read MorePlant tour: Hexagon Purus, Kassel, Germany
Fully automated, Industry 4.0 line for hydrogen pressure vessels advances efficiency and versatility in small footprint for next-gen, sustainable composites production.
Read MoreThe AAMMC Tech Hub: Ramping U.S. production of large thermoplastic composite aerostructures
CW talks with Syensqo, Spirit AeroSystems and other consortia members about current funding, specification of the next world’s largest press, organizational structure and projects to support U.S. companies in the race to deliver >40,000 sustainable and efficient aircraft over the next 20 years.
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Recycled carbon fiber composite panels power 40% lighter, durable semi-rigid solar panels
Designed for auxiliary power use while traveling via boat or RV, Italian startup Levante’s custom flexible or standardized semi-rigid solar panels combine the benefits of ReCarbon’s rCF and thermoplastics.
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Index remains in expansion territory despite uncertainties
The composites market saw a slight decline in the index, component and future business results but maintained a positive reading overall.
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In oil and gas, an additive manufacturing standard (API 20T) will aid adoption of composites
Polymer AM equipment maker Roboze sees how the oil and gas industry’s way forward with additive is like that of another high-stakes industry, aerospace, and also different in important aspects.
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A remembrance of Carmelo Lo Faro: A legacy of innovation and leadership
Carmelo Lo Faro, who passed away prematurely a year ago, left behind a legacy that embraced leadership, compassion, innovation, teamwork and family.
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- The basics of composite drawing interpretation
- Proper application of semi-permanent mold release systems
- Composites end markets: Aerospace (2023)
- The state of recycled carbon fiber
- How to validate 3D-printed composite part performance
- How ultrasonic testing can find flaws in composite materials
- The importance of resin selection
- Thermoplastic composites at Oribi Composites: CW Trending, episode 4
- How to: Getting the most from your mold release
Industry Experts
A reflection on industrial tourism
Composites industry insights gleaned from spending time on the road.
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Plasma moves beyond improved bonding to coatings, multifunctional composites
Plasmatreat cold plasma systems clean, activate surfaces and apply nanocoatings for dielectric barriers and more.
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Composites market continued expansion activity into February
GBI: Composites Fabricating’s final reading landed at 52, driven by strong component readings across the board.
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JEC World 2025 highlights: New thermoplastics, PI fiber, solutions for FR, machining, digitized processes and more
CW senior technical editor Ginger Gardiner discusses latest developments in composites from this year’s show.
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JEC World 2025 highlights: Evolving recycling and biomaterials technologies
CW technical editor Hannah Mason shares sustainability-focused composites trade show highlights featuring maturation, scale-up, new partnerships, and new technologies in biomaterials and recycling.
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Inside the MFFD — CW's coverage of the Clean Aviation multifunctional fuselage demonstrator
绿帽献妻 rounds up coverage of the MFFD project over the past decade. Now complete, the MFFD illustrates numerous processes and technologies for manufacturing primary aerospace structures using thermoplastic composites.
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VIDEO: Installing the world’s largest thermoplastic composites press at Airbus Bremen
At JEC World 2025, Pinette PEI detailed its latest turnkey system for future aircraft serial parts production.
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VIDEO: Enhancing composite tooling with additive manufacturing
At JEC World 2025, CW editor-in-chief Scott Francis explored the latest advancements in composite tooling with Massivit and Sika.
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Moving toward sustainable automotive parts manufacturing
How can the automotive supply chain prepare for future sustainability requirements? Tier 1 Kautex Textron discusses emissions reduction, design for circularity and transition to recycled/bio-based plastics.
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Episode 49: Yannick Willemin, Catalysium
Yannick Willemin, founder of Catalysium, a new consultancy that specializes in investment trends within the composites industry, discusses the investment side of advanced manufacturing as well as industry trends shaping the composites landscape.
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Episode 48: Richard Apps, Counterpoint Market Intelligence
Counterpoint Market Intelligence will deliver a keynote address at Carbon Fiber Conference 2024, which takes place October 8-10 in Charleston S.C., U.S.
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Episode 47: Celebrating National Composites Week - Interviews with Christopher Mims, Wall Street Journal; Joe Brennan, Joby Aviation
The theme of National Composites Week 2024 is "Composites Reinvent the World" — this episode explores some of the various applications that are reshaping the way we travel and stay connected.
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Episode 46: CAMX celebrates 10 years
CW’s Scott Francis interviews Cindy Squires, president/CEO, ACMA and Rebekah Stacha, CEO of SAMPE. They take a look back at the industry’s evolution the last 10 years, the opportunities CAMX will be providing to attendees and much more.
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Episode 45: Scott Reeve; Corey Sechler, Creative Composites Group
Experts from FRP composites manufacturer Creative Composites Group discuss the role of composites in infrastructure projects today, including solutions for bridge rehabilitation and protecting waterfront structures.
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Episode 44: Andy West, Sonichem
CW interviews Dr. Andy West of Sonichem, about the company’s ultrasonic process for converting biomass into lignin, as well as other biomaterials of interest for composites manufacturing.
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