Scott Francis

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Aerospace

Nordson launches automated cartridge dispensing system for sealants

New automated system allows for the application of pre-mixed sealant materials in aerospace assembly operations such as wing spar, panel, fuselage or aircraft door sealing.

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Carbon Fibers

Scm Group, Cms recognized for Emilia 4 solar car contributions

The Italian Emilia 4 team was greeted on June 30 by the Italian Consulate in Chicago, IL, US as they prepare to represent Europe in the American Solar Challenge.

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Aerospace

Facebook ceases Aquila drone development

The company puts an end to its carbon-fiber WiFi drone program, opting instead to partner with aviation companies also working to develop the technology.

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Wind/Energy

Owens Corning partners with CPIC to support growing wind energy demand

The two companies announced a joint investment in a new facility dedicated to the manufacture of high-modulus glass fiber products in China.

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Defense

Bell Boeing awarded multiyear V-22 production contract

The new multiyear production contract provides program production stability for the V-22 tiltrotor aircraft through at least 2024.

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3M glass bubbles enable sheet molded composites for auto industry

By replacing conventional fillers, these hollow glass microspheres can reduce the weight of molded parts without sacrificing strength or aesthetics. 

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Construction

Kordsa begins production of polypropylene monofilament fiber reinforcement

The newly commissioned line is a new version of KraTos which is an innovative concrete reinforcement synthetic fiber used in the construction industry.

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Aerospace

Alvant selected for Safran-led landing gear project

Safran’s Large Landing Gear project aims to make use of aluminum matrix composites to reduce landing gear weight without diminishing capabilities or safety.

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Space

Aerojet Rocketdyne completes engine for Boeing spaceplane

Aerojet Rocketdyne’s AR-22 engine is the main propulsion for Boeing’s Phantom Express, which is being developed for DARPA’s Experimental Spaceplane program.

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Sustainability

Titan reaches 4,000m depth

The carbon-fiber hull submersible reaches another milestone as it prepares for it expedition to explore the wreck of the RMS Titanic next year.

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Medical

Henkel opens Innovation and Interaction Center for 3D Printing

The center will be Henkel’s European regional hub for technology presentations, demonstrations, training and testing, as well as customer service for 3D Printing solutions.

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Sustainability

Rhode Island launches fiberglass recycling initiative

The Rhode Island Marine Trades Association (RIMTA) has taken aim at recycling end-of-life recreational fiberglass boats.

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