National Composites Week

Aerospace

Toray Advanced Composites introduces Cetex PESU thermoplastic

Continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite targets full circularity in aircraft interior applications, with FST, impact resistance and toughness features.

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Repair

Belzona coatings expand composite leading edge protection, lifespan

Belzona highlights the use of Belzona 5711 and 5721 to extend the lifespan of 42 wind turbine blades in Denmark facing severe erosion.

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AIM3D announces Voxelfill resolves inhomogeneous strength of 3D printing

Validation of 80-100% tensile strength and comparability to injection molding via Voxelfill extrusion process was achieved through plastic and fiber-filled test series.

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PAL-V flying car passes PTI, becomes road-legal

The PAL-V Liberty flying car continues to demonstrate stringent safety and roadworthiness standards as it enters its last stage of air certification.

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Aerospace

Streamlining aerospace composites operations with RFID tracking

Tier 1 Sekisui Aerospace’s implementation of RFID tracking, sensors and Xemelgo software at two of its production facilities led to increased productivity, eliminating bottlenecks and reducing labor costs.

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Pressure Vessels

Verne completes heavy-duty Class 8 truck powered by CcH2

Verne and partners maximize hydrogen storage density to improve range and payload for heavy-duty vehicles, to be tested in advance of multiple commercial pilots.

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Economics

Composites activity still contracting, but slower than previous month

Future business outlook has improved but most other measures have continued contraction or remain “flat.”

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CAMX

CAMX celebrates 10 years of innovation, growth in San Diego

The 2024 event saw an 11% increase in attendee traffic and exhibitor registration, supported by a comprehensive lineup of speakers, content and networking opportunities.

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Automation

VIDEO: Painting parts with self-learning robots

LestaUSA’s self-learning robots on display at CAMX 2024 enhance composites manufacturing workflow and workforce needs. 

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Wind/Energy

Clarksons Research projects long-term growth for offshore wind

Clarksons Research releases a range of data points profiling the offshore wind sector, projecting strong, long-term growth. 

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