National Composites Week

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MiniLab consortium produces first full-scale thermoplastic composite hydrofoils

Project advances toward first recyclable foils for ocean racing, part of “Infinite Foil” finalist for JEC Innovation Award 2025.

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Aerospace

Daher inaugurates third technology center, Fly’in

Adding to its logistics and composite aerostructures facilities, Fly’in is equipped to advance Daher’s aerospace activities while fostering the emergence of eco-friendly technologies.

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Space

In-space 3D printing research paves way for future in-orbit fabricators 

University of Glasgow researchers have demonstrated a patented process that can effectively 3D print in low-Earth gravity with feedstock and fiber reinforcement, freeing up the ability to build structures on-demand in space.

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Curing

Uavos upgrades composite curing ovens with controller software

A standard operating mode and a program operating mode with 19 pre-programmed options are now available to advance precise temperature control.

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BAE Systems selects Norco as key composites supplier

The Norco team’s proficiency and competency will continue to guide its work in providing BAE with quality materials for critical defense craft fabrication.

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Aerospace

AAMMC aerospace tech hub earns $50 million in funding

Federal funding, as well as industry and private commitments will establish a test bed for aerospace composite materials in the Pacific Northwest with industry partners like Boeing, NASA, Collins Aerospace, Toray, Syensqo and more.

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Aerospace

Airbus reports 766 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2024

Full-year 2024 look demonstrates continued momentum for Airbus’ widebody orderbook, complementing its position in the single-aisle market.

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Crashworthiness testing of composites: A building block approach, Part 2

Following the previously discussed coupon-level testing element, subcomponent and component testing are the next steps in designing crashworthy composite structures.  

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Wind/Energy

ExoTechnologies Danu composite advances rooftop wind turbine

In collaboration with Ventum Dynamics, the purpose-built VX175 turbine will bring customers reduced weight, greater structural integrity and the ability to recycle at end of life.

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JEC

JEC Innovation Award 2025 winners explore new composite frontiers

The following companies, organizations and project consortia featured strong collective innovation concepts, to be on display at JEC World 2025 in March.

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