Carbon Fibers
DLR closes the loop in fiber-reinforced 3D printing with EmpowerAX, SchallFTP projects
Building on its work in EmpowerAX, the DLR and partners now aim to create a standardized, certifiable value chain that turns fiber waste into consistently reinforced thermoplastic filaments for 3D printing.
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Cutting 100 pounds, certification time for the X-59 nose cone
Swift Engineering used HyperX software to remove 100 pounds from 38-foot graphite/epoxy cored nose cone for X-59 supersonic aircraft.
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DLR HAP-alpha solar aircraft demonstrator passes key ground tests
The CFRP uncrewed aircraft platform, designed as a sustainable alternative to satellites, completed ground vibration testing, leading up to flight trials in 2026.
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Revolutionizing space composites: A new era of satellite materials
A new approach for high volumes of small satellite structures uses low-CTE, low-cost CFRP cellular core, robust single-ply skins and modular panel systems to cut lead time, labor and cost for reflectors, solar arrays and more.
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Foamed plastics are well suited for CFRP core applications
CAMX 2025: Sekisui Kasei USA presents ST-Eleveat RNW E foamed plastic and ST-Foamac rigid foam board products designed to support composite core needs.
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Aquila introduces purpose-built 36 Molokai fishing platform
The 36-foot catamaran features a composites-intensive design, pairing hardcore fishing capability with thoughtful comfort features.
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Are you attending? Carbon Fiber 2025 agenda is finalized
The lineup for this year’s Carbon Fiber conference in Wichita, Kansas, centers around high rate, scalability and other current industry trends, all targeted through carefully curated presentations, panels, receptions and local tours.
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Repurposed carbon fiber waste support closed-loop recycling goals
CAMX 2025: Work with Carbon Fiber Conversions, a supplier and a strategic partner, to transform carbon fiber waste into a valuable resource, strengthening both business and sustainability credentials.
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Uplift360 awarded Innovate UK Smart Grant for ChemR recycling
The grant will support Uplift360’s carbon fiber recycling technology, including a pilot-scale system and real-world demonstrations to support its eventual commercial roll-out.
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Composites end markets: Automotive (2025)
Composites manufacturing intelligence drives circular economy solutions as automotive industry balances technical demands with sustainability mandates.
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