Design/Simulation
Vinyl ester composite parts in boat stern drive resist corrosion and damage
Volvo Penta's Ocean Series brings vinyl ester composites to the powertrain end of the boat.
Read MoreParts consolidation key to lower cost composites
Reducing part count creates new engineering challenges.
Read MoreCocured materials damp vibration in composite structures
Viscoelastic layers convert strain energy into heat, suppressing the harmful effects.
Read MoreComposites Oust Magnesium In Big Volume Engine
DaimlerChrysler shaves part cost, investment and time to market in replacing magnesium valve covers with vinyl ester BMC.
Read MoreLiquid Composite Molding Achieves Aerospace Quality
Improvements in materials, tooling and process control bring RTM and VARTM into the realm of aerospace components.
Read MoreFighting Ships Augment Combat Readiness With Advanced Composites
Navies adopt composite materials for stealth and speed.
Read MoreDesigning The Chanute Aerobatic Aircraft
Finite element modeling speeds development time and reduces uncertainty.
Read MoreComplex Composites Lighten Nato Copter
Dutch consortium develops advanced composite critical landing gear that meets NH90 helicopter performance requirements.
Read MoreImproving Autoclave Performance
Precision process controls optimize quality of autoclave-cured parts.
Read MoreNew Lightweight Trailer Delivers Heavy-duty Performance
All-composite chassis and trailer design offers truckers increased cargo capacity plus greater durability.
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