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Vertical Aerospace releases new VX4 prototype, begins initial testing
Initial powered ground tests are underway for the U.K.-built composite eVTOL vehicle, ahead of a more robust flight program with CAA Permit to Fly approval.
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Electra hybrid aircraft test flights prove eSTOL capabilities
The composites-intensive Goldfinch took off and landed in under 150 feet in an off-runway environment for DOD missions.
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Airbus A321XLR receives EASA type certification
Single-aisle equipped with CFM LEAP-1A engines is meant to bring long-range flight opportunities to customers. Entry into service starts at the end of summer 2024.
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CAEATFA grants Archer approval for electric powertrain facility ramp-up
The $117 million award, believed to be CAEATFA’s largest to date in AAM, will support Archer’s planned expansion of battery pack and aircraft production facilities intended to support eVTOL commercialization.
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Wheelchair racing glove demands met by CRP USA composites
The strength, durability and light weight characteristics of 3D printed Windform XT 2.0 athletic gear facilitates Paralympics Gold Medalist Tatyana McFadden’s enhanced agility and comfort.
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Modular equipment achieve continuous, versatile composites processing
CAMX 2024: IPCO highlights its novel precision scattering system designed to process recycled/reclaimed composite materials, as well as the multi-stage ThermoPress double-belt press.
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Vabo Composites supports superyacht winter garden installation
Extensive composite superstructure refit highlights ability to quickly and efficiently manage complex projects, cooperate with various partners.
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Mito to introduce graphene to EV energy storage innovations
Project initiatives for a multifunctional adhesive and addressing EV battery challenges are expected to change the dynamics of energy storage adoption.
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KiMuRa project welcomes composites manufacturers to join recycling effort
Exel Composites, alongside industry partners, transform composite waste into cement through co-processing. Incentivizing participation aims to improve project scale and effectiveness.
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Planefibra embraces a movement aiming to reposition GFRP tiles in Brazil
Recent prejudices threaten to undermine the product’s ESG benefits, which Planefibra is taking steps to negate.
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Film adhesive enables high-temperature bonding
CAMX 2024: Aeroadhere FAE-350-1, Park Aerospace’s curing modified epoxy, offers high toughness with elevated temperature performance when used in primary and secondary aerospace structures.
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Digital workflows optimize material yields, design and productivity
CAMX 2024: TruComposites and Evolv GMP digital manufacturing solutions by Magestic Technologies drive efficiencies and precision across composites manufacturing disciplines.
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