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An update on composite tanks for cryogens

More automation, improved materials bring composite fuel tanks for space applications closer to reality.

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RTM

Composites target tactical missiles

Composite benefits are surmounting obstacles in manufacture of small, high-volume missile systems.

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Braiding

Paris Air Show Report 2005

The 46th edition of the world's largest aircraft industry event provides a fitting showcase of composites industry gains.

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Space

A Filament Winder Buyer's Guide

Specifying that new machine with your process and product in mind.

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Medical

SAMPE 2005 Product Showcase

SAMPE's U.S. Symposium and Exhibition highlights technological innovation and market expansion.

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Collapsible mandrel enables full-barrel fiber placement

FUBACOMP (Full Barrel Composite Fuselage), a European consortium, is developing technology that will enable automated fiber placement of a one-piece business jet fuselage. Advanced Composites Group Ltd. (ACG, Heanor, Derbyshire, U.K.) recently designed and built a 4.5m/14.6-ft long by 2m/6.5-ft diameter

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Adhesives

SAMPE Europe/JEC Composites 2005

Advanced materials reap rewards, enter new arenas of application in annual Parisian showcase.

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Fuel Economy Drives Big Rig Composites

A variety of materials and processing methods are lightweighting and economizing trucks and trailers in the commercial freight arena.

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Boeing sets pace for composite usage in large civil aircraft

Innovative use of international supplier base to revolutionize aircraft manufacture.

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Weaving

Carbon fiber raises consumer performance index

Carbon bridges gap between large-volume sporting goods and aerospace to satisfy discriminating tastes in consumer and professional markets.

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