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Composite tidal turbine to harness ocean energy
Glass, carbon composites are the materials of choice for system that harvests energy from tidal currents.
Read MoreShow Coverage: SEMA 2005 Showcases Auto Aftermarket
Carbon composites lead charge in growing add-on parts segment.
Read MoreCorvette converts floor panels, wheelhousings from glass to chopped carbon
Since 1953, General Motor's Chevrolet Corvette has been a trendsetter in glass-reinforced automotive composites and has served as the test bed for many GM innovations.
Read MoreCorvette Z06 adds carbon fiber fenders
Molder meets GM's performance, weight-reduction goals and achieves 14,000-part production target with autoclave-cured prepreg.
Read MoreAn update on composite tanks for cryogens
More automation, improved materials bring composite fuel tanks for space applications closer to reality.
Read MoreFlexure test methods
The three fundamental mechanical property characterization tests of materials are tension, compression and shear. Note that flexure is not included. This article addresses some of the reasons why. When a beam resting on supports near its ends is loaded, the supported side is in tension and the opposite side is in
Read MoreComposites target tactical missiles
Composite benefits are surmounting obstacles in manufacture of small, high-volume missile systems.
Read MoreHigh school team&'s composite sub is best in composites
At the 8th International Submarine Races, held June 27-July 1 at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, Umptysquatch II, a sub fielded by a team from Sussex Technical High School (Sparta, N.J.), was awarded the prize for "Best Use of Composites." The competition challenges teams from North America and
Read MoreIn-mold Preforming Cost-justifies Closed Molding
Computer-controlled robots spray preforms directly into the part tool, a running start for closed molding.
Read MorePultruded Composites Span Infrastructure Gaps
Pre-engineered deck and superstructure systems are finding their niche in many locations around the world.
Read MoreIBEX Show Preview
Boatbuilders navigating this annual exhibition will find 125 composites industry exhibitors and more than two-dozen composite-oriented seminars and presentations.
Read MoreMeter, Mix Dispense Update
New technologies are improving accuracy, ease of use and repeatability while moving toward automation.
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