Aerospace
Virgin Orbit automates composites machining processes for LauncherOne rockets
Part of the company’s larger strategy for reducing cycle times and labor costs on its composite-intensive rockets, a customized machine center from Multiax America solves composite machining challenges.
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Researchers work to prove out ultra-high-temperature CMC for NASA Interstellar Probe study
A recent study by Johns Hopkins and Advanced Ceramic Fibers LLC worked toward ceramic matrix composites able to withstand up to 3,500°C for space heatshields.
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Russian MS-21 performs well in test flights
Irkut Corporation's MS-21-300 composites-intensive aircraft will make its public premiere at MAKS-2021 in Moscow.
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Quickstep reports on-time C-130J flap delivery record
The Australian aerospace company has delivered its 200th shipset of composite wing flaps for the C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft.
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Deutsche Aircraft and H2FLY join forces to explore hydrogen powered flight
First flight of Dornier 328 demonstrator with fuel cell planned for 2025 to display potential for climate-neutral regional flights.
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Lockheed Martin Australia and Omni Tanker develop new composite tanks for cryogenic fuels
Partnership aims to commercialize Type IV and V tanks using patented OmniBIND technology for Lockheed Martin and NASA applications.
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Hexcel sponsorship showcases carbon fiber prepreg capabilities for UAV applications
Students from the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria developed a camera drone from Hexcel carbon fiber prepreg and resin systems for a 42% reduction in structural mass.
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Spirit AeroSystems, Albany Engineered Composites collaborate to expand hypersonic capabilities
Combination of high-temperature composite, structure capabilities and experience in 3D-woven near-net shape composites to help rapidly scale affordable hypersonic thermal protection systems.
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Volocopter secures EASA production approval, acquires DG Flugzeugbau’s manufacturing operations
UAM pioneer will integrate renowned composite glider manufacturer and 10-year partner while sailplane ops will continue as DG Aviation
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University of Bristol, NCC develop novel composite materials to assess performance in space
In-house developed matrices reinforced with carbon fiber will spend six months attached to the ISS to better understand and improve their functionality in extreme space conditions.
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