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Zhongfu Shenying puts 10,000 MT carbon fiber manufacturing facility into operation
Commissioned Xining, China plant is designed to produce an annual output of 10,000 metric tons of high-performance carbon fiber.
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Researchers develop liquid crystal polymer spin-printing process for recyclable composites
ETH Zürich, TU Delft and EMPA simultaneously 3D prints parts with spun fiber reinforcement for stronger, more sustainable, fully recyclable components.
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Honda announces plans for hybrid eVTOL aircraft
Entering the eVTOL market, Honda reveals new aircraft concept with a gas turbine hybrid power unit for up to 400 kilometers intercity travel range. Flight tests of demonstration model are set for 2025.
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Spirit AeroSystems inaugurates Aerospace Innovation Centre
AIC established to collaborate with industry and academic partners for R&D of advanced materials, digital manufacturing technologies and processes.
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Hexagon Purus acquires high-pressure gas storage systems company Wystrach
A long-standing customer and partner of Hexagon Purus, Wystrach’s inclusion will enables the expansion of Hexagon Purus’ Type IV pressure vessel portfolio to systems solutions beyond mobility.
Read MoreCAMX 2021 exhibit preview: Solvay
Solvay launches its flagship epoxy prepreg, Cycom EP2190, which combines toughness and hot-wet compression properties for robust manufacturing performance of primary aerospace structures.
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Lockheed Martin prepares X-59 for quiet supersonic flight testing
Boom flight demonstration aircraft with composite control surfaces and wing skins to be shipped to Fort Worth, Texas, for additional ground testing.
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3M announces its enhanced 3M Scotch-Weld Structural Acrylic Adhesives portfolio
New offerings include low odor, enhanced performance, high elongation and nylon bonding capabilities.
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Baker Hughes, Primus Line collaboration drives non-metallic composite pipeline applications
Under the agreement, Baker Hughes and Primus Line will collaborate on commercial models and joint customer offerings to aid in rehabilitating and repurposing existing pipeline networks for hydrogen and CO2 transportation.
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RECONTRAS project validates use of microwaves and laser welding to obtain recyclable composites
Reseachers obtained a reduction in costs and energy consumption through the manufacture of three composite prototypes and confirm the feasibility of recycling and processing the resulting material.
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CAMX Preview 2021: Introducing Park Place and The Hub
With anticipation ramping up for CAMX 2021, show organizers have unveiled a new destination spot on the show floor designed to better connect those attending the event.
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Hexion Holdings announces plan to separate into two independent companies
Two newly focused companies, Hexion Holdings and Hexion Coatings and Composites (HCC), are poised to drive long-term shareholder value.
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