Design & Tooling
Florida International University leverages VABs software to optimize composite aerospace structures
AnalySwift high-fidelity modeling software enabled the university to identify optimal configurations for structures including wings and antennas, maximizing longevity, enhancing safety and expanding function.
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Alpha Technologies grows capabilities, global reach with Metravib Material Testing acquisition
Enhanced material testing solutions portfolio expands global capabilities, improves customer support and drive product innovation for R&D labs worldwide.
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Hybrid mold release agent offers paste wax simplicity with semipermanent performance
CAMX 2025: Chem-Trend’s 2775W represents a solution for composites manufacturers who want high performance without the operational changes required by solvent technologies.
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Using multidisciplinary simulation, real-time process monitoring to improve composite pressure vessels
Multi-pronged approach closes the loop between design and production of Type 3, 4 and 5 pressure vessels, enabling simulation of as-built composite tanks to improve performance and storage capacity while reducing weight and cost.
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Eco-friendly precision tooling offers flexibility, consistency
CAMX 2025: For more than 50 years, Coastal Enterprises has supported design, prototyping and composite layup applications with its Precision Board urethane tooling board and custom bonding offerings.
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Moore Brothers Co. acquires Symmetrix Bristol in Rhode Island
Merging of the two teams, which includes the acquisition of Symmetrix’s composite tooling assets and a move to its flagship facility, will establish wide-ranging and complementary skills.
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Noncontact optical strain gage delivers complete 3D surface measurement insight
CAMX 2025: The Aramis system by Trilion, based on DIC and photogrammetry technology, performs high-precision measurements in the sub-micrometer range, across a wide range of testing environments and material types.
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LFAM specialization caters to 3D printed composite tooling, molds
CAMX 2025: AES is committed to driving technological advancement and application development in 3D printing, distinguishing its diverse capabilities through several tooling examples.
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Wichita State, Dassault Systèmes open Manufacturing Innovation Center
Aviation companies of all sizes will be able to improve their resilience and efficiency via the center’s virtual design, automation and additive manufacturing capabilities.
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Instron launches AVE3 noncontact video extensometer
Leveraging CDAT airflow technology and dynamic lighting, the AVE3 delivers a virtually noise-free strain signal, guarding against typical air disturbances when measuring materials in the lab.
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