Automotive
Fras-le introduces composite materials line for Brazilian auto parts manufacture
Fras-le Smart Composites will enable the production of components with better performance and weight reduction up to 65%, with an eventual goal to extend beyond automotive.
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VETERIA21 project seeks to optimize thermoplastics for adoption in EV battery casings
Aimplas and the Valencian Regional Government’s Ministry of Innovation, Universities, Science will develop more efficient transformation processes for thermoplastics, and reduce battery weight, energy consumption.
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What CW's analytics have to say about 2021 composites trends
A look back on the most-read CW stories in 2021 tells us much about what to expect in 2022.
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Biesterfeld to distribute Solvay composite materials portfolio across continental Europe
New partnership gives Biesterfeld access to Solvay’s portfolio of composite prepregs, adhesive films, adhesives and primers for aerospace and automotive, as well as technical assistance.
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Plant tour: Bucci Composites, Faenza, Italy
A stalwart in Italy’s “Motor Valley” opens its doors for a discussion and exploration of the company’s history in composites manufacturing for high-performance cars and other applications.
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Airborne participates in three technology development projects for new mobility solutions
Airborne will develop new digital and automated composites manufacturing technologies to advance maturation of UAM, civil aviation and automotive projects.
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BMW rolls out multi-material Carbon Cage with 2022 iX vehicle line
For its new battery-electric iX sports activity vehicle, BMW combines CFRP strategies from previous i3, i8 and 7-Series designs and adds CFRTP for a lightweight, rigid frame.
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Top 10 ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ articles of 2021
As this year comes to a close, ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ is taking some time to reflect on what the year held for those in the composites industry. Take a look at the most popular articles of 2021.
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Carbon fiber in automotive: At a dead end?
For decades, carbon fiber has failed to break through into mainstream automotive applications as the composites industry has hoped it would. Alternative composite applications suggest future opportunities still remain bright.
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RML Short Wheelbase vehicle nears completion
While it has an unusual name, this limited-edition British sports car is fast, stylish and composites-intensive.
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