National Composites Week

Next-gen fan blades: Hybrid twin RTM, printed sensors, laser shock disassembly

MORPHO project demonstrates blade with 20% faster RTM cure cycle, uses AI-based monitoring for improved maintenance/life cycle management and proves laser shock disassembly for recycling.

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FACC achieves 10.6% revenue growth in H1 2025 amid aerospace supply chain challenges

Revenue was increased to €484.7 million and a positive €18.4 million EBIT maintained, driven by strong business jet demand, global expansion of FACC’s production network and early results from its efficiency program.

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Archer completes longest flight for piloted Midnight aircraft

The 55-mile flight follows a series of key developments in Archer’s commercialization roadmap, including the continuation of its manufacturing ramp-up throughout the U.S. and the activation of its Launch Edition program in the UAE.

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James Cropper Optiveil polyester veils pass key medical standards

New opportunities in healthcare are unlocked with the surface veil technology’s validation for use in sensitive medical environments.

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Hexagon Composites extends strategic alliance agreement with Mitsui & Co.

The partnership, first established in 2016 and now extended into 2030, has focused on advancing composite technologies and accelerating adoption of alternative fuels.

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U.S. Air Force backs Continuous Composites in advancing FEA simulation for anisotropic CF3D structures

Development of this FEA tool could solve the gap in simulating high-performance composite parts under various conditions, with potential applications across aerospace, defense and UAV.

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Ultrasonic welding for in-space manufacturing of CFRTP

Agile Ultrasonics and NASA trial robotic-compatible carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic ultrasonic welding technology for space structures.

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Lightweight, load-bearing fasteners enhance composites assembly

CAMX 2025: Perlane presents fastening solutions like Optisert and Onsert, and services that have supported composites manufacturers and OEMs for more than 40 years.

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Registration opens for CW Tech Days: High-Temperature Composite Solutions

CW Tech Days: High-Temperature Composite Solutions for Defense and Space Applications will take place Oct. 16, 2025.

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Material solutions reduce critical weight, address challenges for aircraft development

CAMX 2025: Greene Tweed highlights lightweight composite innovations such as Xycomp DLF for aerospace and advanced air mobility.

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