Carbon Fibers
General Atomics Aeronautical developing tool-less thermoplastics composites process
Aerospace manufacturer General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. is developing a novel process for the fabrication of thermoplastic composite structures that obviates the need for traditional molds or tooling.
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Bio-composites break into structural automotive applications
A company’s bio-based, polyamide composite comes with a unique property profile that may help it carve a niche in automotive applications.
Read MoreIrkut Corp. completes construction of third MC-21 test aircraft
The Russian company’s third infused carbon fiber composite wing aircraft will soon join flight certification testing program.
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Fire damages Premium Aerotec facility
Premium Aerotec is a fabricator of composite parts and structures for the aerospace market, primarily for Airbus.
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Reflections on carbon fiber
Highlights from the December 2018 Carbon Fiber conference include industry leader predictions about commoditization of composites, next-generation aircraft and automotive.
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Composite radar masts assembled for megayachts
Vabo Composites designs, builds and assembles 10m-tall composite radar masts, improving weight, stability and performance for modern megayachts.
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Pultrusion picks up speed in automotive applications
Pultrusion is one of the most cost-effective processes for manufacturing high-volume composite parts.
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TCS partners with Brabham Automotive
Total Composite Solutions will work to develop bespoke structural and cosmetic carbon fiber solutions for Brabham.
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BMW chooses SGL Carbon as supplier for iNEXT
SGL Carbon will supply carbon fibers and semi-finished textile products for a range of components in BMW’s upcoming next-generation electric vehicle.
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OceanGate CEO pilots carbon fiber submersible in 4,000-m solo dive
4,000-m dive is the culmination of a comprehensive testing program in preparation for the vessel’s planned 2019 Titanic Survey Expedition.
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