
Jeff Sloan Brand Vice President, ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ & Plastics Technology
Microwave: An alternative to the autoclave?
Aerospace composites manufacturer GKN evaluates microwave oven practicality and cost-effectiveness.
Read MoreWill TPCs reshape commmercial aircraft?
HPC's editor-in-chief Jeff Sloan asks, How much of the next generation of commercial aircraft primary structure will be made with thermoplastic composites?
Read MoreCarbon fiber: Program news
In addition to the prognostications of carbon fiber industry watchers, attendees at Carbon Fiber 2010 (Dec. 7-9 in La Jolla, Calif.) also heard news of carbon fiber inroads to a number of composites programs.
Read MoreCarbon fiber market: Cautious optimism
As the recession recedes, the demand for carbon fiber, and the supply to meet it, will exceed prerecession expectations.
Read MoreProper mold care: Mandatory!
CT surveys mold care product suppliers for guidance through the critical steps of mold preparation and maintenance.
Read MoreMaking news accessible
CT Editor-in-chief Jeff Sloan says the CT Staff is "letting CT do what it does best: Cover the news behind the breaking news."
Read MoreSupply and demand, redux
HPC editor-in-chief Jeff Sloan says carbon fiber producers and users need to re-associate.
Read MoreAutomotive: On the fence
When it comes to the debate about composites vs. metals in car manufacture, the post-recession automotive industry could as easily fall into old habits as tip over into new possibilities.
Read MoreHigh-Performance Resins 2010 Highlights
Inaugural conference for the advanced resins research crowd updates formulators and processors on the latest developments.
Read MoreMarine composites: A new dawn?
Boatbuilders fared worse than automakers during the recent recessionary storm. As the dark clouds dispel, there is some light on the horizon.
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