Aerospace

Defense

Electroformed barrier technology hits project milestones, use case potential

Under the LEEF project, leading edge protection layer for composite structures developed by Ultima Forma and Polar Technology is being considered for eVTOL/UAV rotor and propeller blades, aerofoils and outlet guide vanes.

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Aerospace

Aerodine Composites expands composite propeller capabilities

Mission-tailored propellers for unmanned platforms including drones and UAS/UAVs are built for reliability, stealth and adaptability.

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Aerospace

Safran chooses France for next carbon brake production facility

The 2030 site will enable a gradual increase in aircraft carbon brake production volumes of 25% by 2037, backed by automation tech and environmental commitments.

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Space

National Composites Week 2025: Space

Commemorating the theme “Performance With Purpose,” CW has gathered key stories over the last year that exemplify how composites have progressed space exploration and satellite programs.

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Aerospace

Spirit enters definitive agreement with CTRM for Malaysia facility, businesses

Acquisition transaction entered into previously announced merger agreement will make Composites Technology Research Malaysia (CTRM) an important asset to Boeing and Airbus programs.

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Composites 4.0

UniSQ, iLAuNCH Trailblazer program drive digital twin innovation for composite repairs

Working with Boeing Australia, Memko and Dassault Systèmes, the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has developed a digital twin via the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, digitizing processes that could lead toward more efficient and effective maintenance, repair and operations of future fleets.

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Aerospace

Next-gen fan blades: Hybrid twin RTM, printed sensors, laser shock disassembly

MORPHO project demonstrates blade with 20% faster RTM cure cycle, uses AI-based monitoring for improved maintenance/life cycle management and proves laser shock disassembly for recycling.

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National Composites Week 2025: Aviation and AAM

Commemorating the theme “Performance With Purpose,” CW has gathered key stories over the last year that exemplify how composites have progressed aviation, AAM and defense.

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Aerospace

FACC achieves 10.6% revenue growth in H1 2025 amid aerospace supply chain challenges

Revenue was increased to €484.7 million and a positive €18.4 million EBIT maintained, driven by strong business jet demand, global expansion of FACC’s production network and early results from its efficiency program.

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Defense

Registration opens for CW Tech Days: High-Temperature Composite Solutions

CW Tech Days: High-Temperature Composite Solutions for Defense and Space Applications will take place Oct. 16, 2025.

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