Automation
Saint-Gobain, Roctool join efforts to boost composite 3D textile preform parts manufacturing
3D automated knitted preform layup technology and heat and cooling technologies for additional curing efficiency open a new window of application opportunities for composite and thermoplastic parts.
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Cevotec commissions advanced SAMBA Pro Prepreg system with six-axis robots to Leonardo
A system first with two six-axis robots for tool manipulation and patch placement, increasing the capabilities to process larger, more complex part geometries for composite aerostructure applications.
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Haydale Graphene awarded Innovate UK grant to develop smart composite tooling
The ESENSE project aims to replace costly autoclave processes with a multi-zone OOA self-heated tooling solution, potentially cutting lead times by 20%, energy by 15% and halving the cost of autoclave manufacturing.
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Middle River Aerostructure Systems deploys Plataine AI-based optimization software
Material management, nesting and cutting are now digitally integrated and managed automatically in MRAS facility for complete, streamlined production processes.
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Airborne automated, digital manufacturing projects backed by €16 million in EIB financing
Airborne is involved in several projects with global partners to develop and commercialize new composites automation opportunities in electric mobility, New Space, aerospace and hydrogen markets.
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Magnum Venus Products expands international distribution network
Addition of Norwegian distributor, Hans Claussen AS will provide industrial equipment for open, closed molding processes, adhesive applications and automation solutions.
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Automated, continuous processes for high-volume automotive and defense components
Thunder Composite Technologies uses its automated pultrusion, RTM and other processes to produce custom-engineered composite parts for automotive and land defense vehicles.
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Hitachi Power Solutions combines AI, drones to enhance wind turbine blade maintenance services
Blade Total Service follows maintenance service guidelines to ensure greater safety and security at wind power facilities when inspecting blades for repair.
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Lifting arm concept and automated repair training to propel portable repair system
Looking to commercialize its Portable Scarfing/Composite Repair System concept, AGFM and partners offer specialized training, lifting and inspection systems.
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Anduril Industries acquires AUV startup Dive Technologies
Dive builds autonomous underwater systems using large-format additive manufacturing and composite materials for commerial and defense-based undersea exploration.
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