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Norco enhances composites expertise via large-format AM equipment investment
3D printers, five-axis machining and software equipment additions to a dedicated CNC facility will support growth of Norco’s existing capabilities and build market diversity.
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SPE names Don Hylton 2025 Thermoformer of the Year
Hylton is honored for his long career advancing the thermoforming industry and ongoing membership as an SPE Thermoforming Division board member.
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Vestas to repurpose Isle of Wight facility for U.K. onshore blades
Transition from offshore to onshore wind blade production will support the U.K.’s focus on building domestic supply chains, increasing demand.
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Airborne to supply Airbus with composite components for mega-constellation satellite solar arrays
Airborne Aerospace will manufacture more than 700 composite substrate panels and yoke substrates for Airbus Sparkwing solar arrays, a critical component of MDA Space’s Aurora satellite product line.
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EcoPulse flight test campaign ends, provides insight into hybrid-electric propulsion aircraft
Accumulation of 100 flight hours and 50 test flights deliver findings into design, certification, production and operations that will lay the groundwork for future aircraft.
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Sonaca, Aciturri Aerostructures to become single European aviation entity
The industrial partnership, combining expertise in metal and composites design and manufacturing, aims to become an independent global player for low-carbon aerospace development.
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Australian partners to develop, validate laser cladding system for MMC coatings
ACM CRC, LaserBond and The University of Sydney aim to strengthen Australia’s manufacturing capabilities through monitoring, prototype assessment and simulation of the coating process for metal matrix composite (MMC) materials.
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On the radar: Innovations in composite battery enclosures
A look at recently reported design, material and process innovations for composites-intensive battery enclosures, developed to support the ramp-up of EV and AAM vehicles.
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MerConcept, Extracthive integrate rCF components into racing yacht construction
Development and integration of recycled composite ballast dorade vents for an IMOCA class yacht and other ongoing projects demonstrate a push for greater circularity in the marine industry.
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Polar Technology announces filament winder installation
Machine addition to a larger dedicated cell will support the company’s higher volume composites manufacturing capabilities and future growth plans.
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