Carbon Fibers
Robotic injection molding for functionalized composites
Anybrid enables compact, flexible hybrid injection molding/overmolding for smaller series and larger components.
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Apply Carbon France invests in new manufacturing facility for recycled carbon fiber
The 15,600-square-meter facility will integrate the former ELG Carbon Fibre’s short carbon fiber business to address the growing market for sustainable technical fibers.
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Sigmatex approved for National Manufacturing Competitiveness Levels funding
Industry-led program serves to increase Sigmatex’s CFRP capability and competitiveness relative to the changing needs of the automotive sector.
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Axiom Materials announces narrow slit tow prepregs for electric, CNG and hydrogen-powered vehicles
High-temperature carbon fiber tow prepregs are compatible with AFP and filament winding processes for the development of large structural parts such as lithium-ion battery containers or pressure vessels.
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Zoltek Mexico expands carbon fiber production
Guadalajara, Mexico facility to increase production capacity of PX35 carbon fiber to 13,000 metric tons annually, for a total of 28,000 metric tons globally.
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GKN Aerospace delivers fully integrated composite structures for all-electric Alice aircraft
Per a May 2020 collaboration, GKN contributes fully integrated wings, empennage and electrical wiring interconnection systems for the aircraft’s first flight later this year.
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Boom Supersonic agreement brings net-zero supersonic aircraft to United Airlines global fleet
U.S. airline signs first commercial agreement with Boom Supersonic for 15 of its composites-intensive aircraft, Overture. The aircraft cuts travel time in half and operate on up to 100% sustainable aviation fuel.
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ESA, ArianeGroup PHOEBUS contract paves the way for composite rocket stage development
ArianeGroup to collaborate with MT Aerospace to explore using carbon fiber to lightweight the upper stage of the Ariane 6 launch vehicle.
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Ferrari 812 Competizione makes extensive use of carbon fiber
Composite materials enhance performance and minimize mass for a faster vehicle. The limited edition car also offers fully composite wheels, which weigh 42% less than alloy options.
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CRP Technology highlights Windform RS composite material for powder bed fusion processes
Polyamide-based carbon fiber-filled composite provides enhances functionality, flexibility and speed in developing intricate 3D-printed parts.
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