Carbon Fibers

Carbon Fibers

ORNL develops recyclable polymer for low-carbon composites manufacture

Novel vitrimer polymer prevails over the intrinsic limitations of conventional epoxy vitrimers, driving net-zero goals forward.  

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Heat resistance testing provides insight into preventing carbon fiber-reinforced UHTC degradation

Japan-based researchers use an arc-wind tunnel to better understand carbon fiber-reinforced ultrahigh-temperature ceramic matrix composites oxidation resistance in high-temp, inert atmospheres.  

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Carbon Fibers

Welsh dragon commission illustrates capabilities of Compcut precision composite router

The intricate dragon shape was achieved via the PCR 300 system’s hybrid precision cutting and finishing techniques available for composite materials.  

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Prepregs

Diab Divinycell HM foam lightweights Mayla 44 electric powerboat

Ultra-high-performance powerboat achieves high weight reduction with carbon fiber sandwich construction of the deck, internal structure and the complete hull surface.  

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Recycling

Cygnet Texkimp, Longworth and NCC earn Composites UK 2022 Industry award

“Innovation in Materials” award recognizes successful continuous fiber reclamation and reuse for a composite hydrogen tank.  

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Markforged Simulation software features virtual testing capability

Virtual testing validates the strength of advanced composite parts and automatically optimizes print parameters to help lower cost and speed production.  

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Helicoid Industries releases three use cases of Helicoid technology

Use case applications with Helicoid technology implementation demonstrated mechanical performance improvements, such as impact resistance and strength.  

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Carbon Fibers

Pipistrel makes first Canadian delivery of all-electric composite Velis Electro

EASA and CAA type-certified high-wing aircraft enables further research, collaboration for battery-powered flight.  

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Aerospace

Composite Integration wins Composites UK Industry Awards

U.K. company innovated a composites manufacturing technique capable of producing a single-piece, single-shot, infused prototype helicopter fuselage.  

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Carbon Fibers

Grand Largue Composites, Sicomin enable flax fiber-built Class40 racing yacht

Fibers, fabrics, epoxy resins and adhesives from Sicomin helped realize the lightweight, strong and stiff Crosscall yacht, capable of tackling extreme ocean racing conditions.  

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