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Additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, has revolutionized composite production by enabling the layer-by-layer construction of intricate composite structures. In the realm of composites, additive manufacturing techniques allow for the creation of complex geometries with precise fiber orientations and resin distribution, optimizing material performance. This technology offers the flexibility to customize parts, reduce waste, and experiment with novel composite combinations. By depositing materials layer upon layer, additive manufacturing facilitates the production of lightweight, high-strength components tailored for specific applications in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare, pushing the boundaries of what's achievable in composite design and fabrication.

Processes in composites manufacturing encompass a diverse array of techniques employed to fabricate composite materials. These processes include methods like hand layup, where layers of resin and reinforcement materials are manually placed, and vacuum infusion, where a vacuum draws resin into a preform. Other techniques like compression molding, filament winding, and automated methods such as 3D printing are utilized to create intricate and specialized composite structures. Each process offers unique advantages in terms of precision, scalability, and efficiency, catering to diverse industry needs. As technology advances, newer methods are emerging, promising faster production cycles, reduced waste, and increased customization, driving the evolution of composite manufacturing towards more sophisticated and versatile methodologies.

Elevated performance and process efficiency for composites and additive manufacturing processes is demonstrated through the thermoplastic polymers.

CAMX 2024: The Cimbar Polyfill, PolyJet and Optiload ATH lines are flame-retardant, smoke-suppressant solutions offered in various particle sizes for any industrial application.

The Green Engineering and Materials (GEM) building will serve as space for an additive, hybrid manufacturing test bed, future workforce training, and bio-based materials and sustainable technologies development.

Following Midnight’s recent flight test milestone, the automaker’s strategic funding agreement buildings on $39 million worth of Archer stock and $110 million investment in 2023.

Hexagon Agility and Hexagon Purus have both signed long-term supply agreements supporting North American OEMs.

JEC World 2024: The DLR is presenting the EmpowerAX multi-curved shell demo part as a JEC Innovation Award winning innovation, in addition to results from other projects involving hydrogen tanks, wind and more.

The DOMMINIO project combines AFP with 3D printed gyroid cores, embedded SHM sensors and smart materials for induction-driven disassembly of parts at end of life.

Toyota Motor Corp. is investing an additional $500 million to support the certification and commercial production of Joby Aviation Inc.’s eVTOL aircraft.

TMTP’s graphene is reported to improve the tensile strength of epoxy by more than 400%, produced via a scalable, low-energy process. The company is targeting applications in composites, plastics and 3D printing.

New capital financing includes equity injection participation from large strategic industrial companies and diversified investors.