Materials
Gurit reformulates epoxy products with bio-content
Prime resin infusion and Ampreg wet laminating portfolios are now made more environmentally conscious as a standard.
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Mallinda launches Vitrimax VHM resin for complete composites recyclability
Vitrimax VHM enables “infinite” recyclability, self-healing and tunable properties, reducing manufacturing waste and supporting sustainability for high-performance industries.
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Post Cure: Metal-composite connector supports direct joining to steel pipes
FAUSST weldable hybrid fabric by Hyconnect GmbH makes it possible to join metal-composite joints with reduced risk and labor.
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MoistTech Corp. introduces IR3000 moisture sensors
Near infrared (NIR) sensors deliver precision moisture control and reliable moisture analysis for natural fibers, synthetic fibers and blended fabrics.
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Design for manufacturing, assembly and automation enables complex CFRP telescope supports
Airborne delivered two mirror support structures for the FYST and SOLAT telescopes, assembling 26,300 components while maintaining near-zero CTE, strict tolerances on 6.5 × 6.5 × 1.8-meter assemblies.
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Nlcomp, Composite Recycling reveal results for rComposite recyclability
Testing results after recycling of nlcomp’s thermoplastic composite using Composite Recycling’s thermolysis-based process validates each technology’s potential for high-value composite output.
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Breton companies launch recyclable hydrofoil design project
Development and testing of recyclable, thermoplastic composite hydrofoil structures in Foil Infinity are expected to equip offshore racing yachts by 2030 and potentially even aircraft in the future.
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MM-Welding solution automates, functionalizes composite joining
Ultrasonic joining has been used for decades, but is now being advanced to enable smart, automated fastening in composites and multi-material assemblies.
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Trends fueling the composites recycling movement
Various recycling methods are being considered for composites, from novel dismantling and processing, to building capacity and demonstrating secondary use applications.
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Research shows feasting fungi could shake up carbon fiber recycling
Recovered benzoic acid from CFRP matrix breakdown can be “consumed” by genetically modified fungi, enabling high-value reclamation of both the fiber and the matrix.
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