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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.
Thermwood demonstrates production of low-cost, near-net shape additive metal and thermoset composite parts with no CNC programming required thanks to its system’s machine intelligence capability.
A combination of the Windform portfolio of CFRTP and GFRTP materials and SLS printing have proven CRP’s ability to meet critical space requirements.
The following job announcements and promotions have been shared by Arris Composites, Dieffenbacher, Metsä Spring, The Gill Corp., Vestas, Teijin Aramid and HydroGraph.
Aviation startup will use the Xcelerator platform to achieve its aircraft vision. Other Siemens collaborations deliver software additions to deliver, democratize industrial AI for small companies, startups.
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.
Machine addition to a larger dedicated cell will support the company’s higher volume composites manufacturing capabilities and future growth plans.
Lockheed Martin, Building Composites LLC, Gurit, BYK, Dieffenbacher, Vartega, the UT Research Foundation and OSG USA spotlight new hires, member additions or award honorees.
Elevated performance and process efficiency for composites and additive manufacturing processes is demonstrated through the thermoplastic polymers.
New capital financing includes equity injection participation from large strategic industrial companies and diversified investors.
The companies’ first product from this partnership, aided by an additional $430 million raised by Archer, is planned to be a hybrid-propulsion VTOL that will target a potential program of record from the U.S. DOD.
