Materials
University of South Alabama, MHP engage in research partnership for plastic composite material
ZT-CFRP, enriched with specifically oriented nanoparticles and reinforced with carbon fibers, shows considerable potential when compared to conventional CFRPs.
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Thermwood advances LSAM capabilities with automatic print temperature monitoring
Thermal Sensor Layer Automation system uses a non-contact temperature sensor for continuous temperature data, ensuring precise fusion between large-scale thermoplastic printed layers.
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EU LEVIS project to develop lightweight components for electric vehicles
Consortium to develop three large-scale, real-case demonstrators using multi-material solutions based on thermoplastic carbon fiber compounds integrated with metals.
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Composite panels aid design of prefabricated apartment addition
Glass fiber/epoxy sandwich panels achieved structural requirements, complex geometries and challenging installation needs for London apartment renovation.
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Refitech expands RefiFLEX range, supplies pultrusion profiles for construction solutions
High-precision carbon fiber square tubes and CarboSix UD carbon fiber pultrusion profiles meet demand for lighter, stiffer, more high-performance systems.
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Toyota awards Toyoda Gosei for composite hydrogen tank development
CFRP and GFRP tank makes an appearance on the 2021 Toyota Mirai, with a minimized pressure-resistant layer for 10% increased storage and a cruise range extension.
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ENLIGHTEN program launched to speed thermoplastic composites industrialization
Multi-scale modeling, testing, sensors and machine learning will advance understanding and algorithms to achieve process control and optimization for both aerospace and automotive supply chains.
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Alveus to commercialize Compa Repairs' composite ship repair service
Compa Repairs service and license solutions to establish a readily available network of license repair experts globally for ship repairs using CFRP materials.
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Manna Laminates FEATURE organosheet laminate targets EMS applications
Fiber-metal laminate (FML) can be thermoformed in the injection or compression mold, possesses ideal characteristics for electric vehicle applications.
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Teijin launches carbon fiber intermediate material brands
Tenax PW and Tenax BM is a series of aircraft- and satellite-quality materials made for sport applications with superior strength, toughness and durability compared to standard Teijin carbon fiber prepregs
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