Next-generation composites materials and processes explored
A supplement with the November 2020 issue of ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ takes a close look at some of the technologies that are driving innovation in the composites industry.
Top of Next-Gen Materials and Processes cover. Photo Credit: CW
ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ has published, with its November 2020 issue, a supplement titled “Next-Gen Materials and Processes” which reviews software, resin systems and manufacturing processes under development to meet the demands of emerging applications.
Coverage includes:
- Liquid molding vs. welded thermoplastic
- Reprocessable thermosets
- Automated fiber placement meets 3D printing
- Digital testing and qualification
- 3D printing with continuous fiber
- Ceramic matrix composites
- Future fuselage fabrication technologies
- Pressure vessels for hydrogen storage
- Next-generation composites qualification
Click to access the digital edition of the “Next-Gen Materials and Processes” supplement.
Special thanks to the supplement’s sponsors:
- A&P Technology
- Adapt Laser Systems
- Airtech International
- CGTech
- Coastal Enterprises
- Composites Evolution
- Composites One
- Engineering Technology Corp.
- Norplex-Micarta
- Pacific Coast Composites
- Smart Tooling
- Toray Industries
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