Carbon Fibers
McMurtry Automotive reveals composites-intensive, fully electric Spéirling demonstrator vehicle
There are two things we know for sure about this one-seat vehicle: it’s fast, and there are plenty of composites involved.
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Airbus delivers first A350 completed in China
More efficient fuel burn, a carbon fiber fuselage and wings and a quiet cabin take A350 orders well over 900.
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DigiProp positions Dowty Propellers and its customers for sustainable, next-generation platforms
AMRC aids R&D program including foam thermoforming, complex braiding, thermoplastics and digital twin/thread for higher performance, lower weight with first applications in process.
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Reducing the cost of continuous fiber 3D printing materials
DLR has developed a novel approach to produce thermoplastic impregnated fibers for lower cost versus current slit-tape materials.
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North Carolina State University develops CFRP skin for stealth aircraft
The carbon fiber skin will enable the design of more reliable, durable and efficient stealth jets, offering better electromagnetic conduction and high temperature capabilities.
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Multifunctional composite structures across end markets
Innovators find new ways to add functions — from anti-icing to 5G signal transmission to structural batteries and beyond — into structural composites.
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Additive manufacturing adds versatility to large marine structures
Dive Technologies and Moi Composites are among those extending composite 3D printing’s design flexibility past prototyping and into customizable end-use parts.
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Qarbon Aerospace launches composite aircraft icing protection system
The thermoplastic composite Helios system will be distributed by AIR Group for use on the leading edges of turboprop aircraft wings and other components.
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Epic Aircraft receives FAA type certification for E1000 GX aircraft
The new E1000 GX is equipped with the Hartzell five-blade composite propeller, offering improved performance, safety, comfort and versatility.
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ÉireComposites, Manna and NUIG to develop carbon fiber composite drone airframe
The aim to develop additive manufacturing and automation technologies for high-volume manufacturing of drones for 36% reduction in cost per drone.
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