Automation
VIDEO: Robots enable nine-axis machining of composites
Machine Tool Camp displayed its hybrid machining center at CAMX, featuring nine-axis machining capability enabled by robotics.
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McClarin Composites partners with ExxonMobil to accelerate high-speed RTM
Multimillion-dollar investment to drive next-gen automated RTM technology will open new applications and markets for composites OEMs.
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SAM XL demonstrates closed-loop digital methodologies via full-size aerocomposite parts development
PeneloPe Project’s modular, zero-defect manufacturing deliverables are being highlighted in an upcoming video that demonstrates the resulting aerospace pilot line’s feasibility.
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RoMaNi 2 project enhances industrial robot flexibility for composites, metals machining
Newly developed milling kinematics on a linear axis enables versatile and efficient machining with up to 0.1-millimeter production tolerance.
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Zünd, Loop Technology partner on FibreLine preforming system
Pairing Loop Technology’s automation with Zünd digital cutters provides faster cutting, less stray fibers, higher ply accuracy and more precise preforms for composite aerostructure manufacturing.
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Loop Technology completes installation of composite preformer with long-reach robots
Delivery of 21-meter track, industrial robot arms and new cutting equipment enable the manufacture of large composite aerostructures at the Loop Technology Centre.
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Making an effort to move industry forward
A reflection on the insights, connections and collaboration afforded by attending composite industry events like SPE ACCE and CAMX.
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VIDEO: Painting parts with self-learning robots
LestaUSA’s self-learning robots on display at CAMX 2024 enhance composites manufacturing workflow and workforce needs.
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ACoSaLUS project develops fully automated FPP layup for legacy sandwich parts
Joint R&D project results show 7 times improvement in layup rates, reduced material deployment and development of novel layup features when using FPP for aerospace production.
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AES explores robot vs. gantry for large-format additive manufacturing
Additive Engineering Solutions, specialist at 3D printing very large parts and tools on gantry machines, now also uses a robot for large-format AM. Here is how the robot compares.
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