Design/Simulation
Using machine learning to accelerate composites processing simulation
A speed gain of 1,000 to 10,000 times greater than traditional FE models has been achieved using machine learning models, enabling near real-time simulation for large composite components.
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Lambo goes retro with hybridized, carbon fiber-intensive LPI 800-4 supercar
The Italian specialist brings back the Countach in a limited-series vehicle featuring composite components such as a carbon fiber monocoque, exterior panels and brakes.
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Gravitilab, National Composites Centre to design new composite structures for suborbital launch vehicles
Gravitilab team is investigating, designing and trialing a carbon fiber propellant tank for its fleet of suborbital launch vehicles.
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LivMatS biomimetic flax fiber Pavilion opens to the public
Made entirely of filament-wound flax fiber, the livMatS Pavilion combines integrative design, robotic fabrication and sustainable materials for a highly innovative, bio-inspired construction.
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Virginia Tech researchers develop IGA for more efficient modeling of skin-stringer composites with complex cutouts
Isogeometric analysis offers higher rates of convergence and accuracy versus standard FE methods, will be offered as opensource code on GitHub.
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BASF, L&L Products and Stellantis recognized for 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L lightweighting
Composite tunnel reinforcement comprised of pultruded continuous glass fiber reinforced with Elastocoat polyurethane system for 40% weight savings and improved overall performance.
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OTOMcomposite develops software for Composites 4.0 production using laser-assisted tape placement and winding
Optical thermal optimization model (OTOM) software enables inline monitoring and control for improved part quality and reduced production time and cost of in-situ consolidated thermoplastic composites and Type IV pressure vessels.
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Cobra supports new production concept for composites-intensive VETAL tailsitter drone
Cost-effective composite tooling and a scaled-up production line target durability, production rate and price parameters for the VETAL’s carbon fiber flying wing airframe.
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Covestro extends cooperation with Sonnenwagen Aachen team for international solar car races
Covestro to remain the main sponsor until 2023 and fund the development of two new sustainable solar cars for future races incorporating bio-based raw materials and recycled plastics.
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Bucci Composites reveals 22-inch all-carbon fiber wheels for Bentley SUV
The lighter component design — which offers weight savings of six kilograms per wheel — reduces rotational inertia, promises better vehicle handling and meets Bentley’s structural and aesthetics requirements.
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