Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Aerospace

Boom Supersonic makes progress in flight speed records, Overture airliner development

Sixth flight reaching Mach 0.67, equipment installation in North Carolina facility and fuselage panel fabrication testing move supersonic travel plans forward.

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Virtek, Creaform join forces to grow vision systems innovation

Ametek acquires Virtek Vision, combining 3D measurement with laser projection and AI-powered vision solutions for next-gen manufacturing.

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Sustainability

Corebon, Composite Braiding partner to enhance TPC manufacturing

Collaboration aims to overcome production limitations with tubular thermoplastic composites (TPC) by using induction-heated tooling and high-quality commingled braids.

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Glass Fibers

ExxonMobil announces licensing agreement to expand GFRP rebar processing tech

ExxonMobil acquires exclusive overseas licensing rights for Neuvokas’ proprietary manufacturing process, expanding to global markets.

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Automotive

Aptera completes function test for first production-intent sEV

First initial testing of the production vehicle’s BinC composite body structure, drivetrain and battery pack demonstrates progress toward real-world validation.

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Thermoplastics

Toray Advanced Composites expands continuous fiber TPC capacity, capabilities

Assets, technology and IP acquisition of Colorado-based Gordon Plastics will enhance Toray’s product portfolio, growing its ability to support emerging markets in thermoplastic composites.

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Schuler opens local sales, service facility in Canada

DBA Schuler Canada will provide better access to tools, equipment and spare parts for the Canadian market’s forming needs.

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Automotive

Hexagon Agility receives wave of RNG fuel system orders for Class 8 trucks

RNG/CNG fuel system installations with Type 4 CFRP pressure vessels, powered by Cummins’ 15-liter natural gas tank, adds 230,000 heavy-duty trucks to the addressable RNG/CNG market annually.

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Endless Industries launches Endless One continuous fiber 3D printer

Medium-scale printer demonstrates open industry and material capabilities for demanding structural needs.

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Manta Aircraft, Shenyang Aviation establish AAM aircraft partnership

The focus of accelerated development is on Manta’s Ann Plus vehicle model, offering a complete carbon fiber structure and VTOL and STOL operation capabilities.

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Carbon Fibers

ORPC Ireland, Queen’s begin X-Flow project for hydrokinetic turbine testing

Deployment of CFRP turbine technology to Strangford Lough will provide insight into blade and rotor performance, predictive maintenance and grid-scale benefits of tidal energy using real tide conditions.

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Sustainability

Melker of Sweden accomplishes sea kayak with 100% sustainable composite construction

Built with ampliTex flax fabrics, a solid cork core and Sicomin plant-based resins, the company’s Värmdö kayak model highlights an environmentally conscious design for paddlers of all levels.

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