Processes

Hufschmied, CMS open up advanced materials machining potential

Technical partnership combining cutting tool technology and CNC machining will open up new possibilities for comprehensive process efficiency, quality and sustainability for composite materials and engineered plastics.

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CEAD technologies supports FIDAMC advanced manufacturing

CEAD-powered microfactories for composites additive manufacturing builds the Spanish technology center’s collaborative environment, enables expansion into new industries.

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Vacuum-assisted extrusion improves performance of FRP prints

A novel 3D printing approach developed by ORNL reduced internal porosity by up to 75% in large-scale, 3D printed composites.

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Sustainability

Spanish startup to ramp up production of “recyclable” EV prototype

Liux’s BIG electric vehicle features multiple structural components manufactured via RTM from flax fabric and a thermoset resin said to enable the entire component to be recycled and reused again.

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Carbon Fibers

Porsche develops TABASKO method for lightweight vehicle series production

Patented carbon fiber-reinforced polypropylene tape-based process supports cost reduction, light weight and thinner walls without sacrificing rigidity.

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Aerospace

Clean Sky 2 outer wing box demonstrator validates OOA LRI, shimless assembly and SHM

Full-scale wing box project achieves TRL 5 with 2% weight reduction and 4% reduction in recurring production costs through improved manufacturing efficiency and assembly processes.

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Thermwood unveils MAX5 large-scale CNC

Heavy-duty, high-clearance, five-axis CNC router is built to perform in extreme composites machining environments.

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Glass Fibers

Generative Orthoses project to reshape orthopedic care

CRP Technology, MHOX and Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, one of the winners of the WORTH Partnership Project II, have developed bespoke orthoses using generative design, Windform GT fiberglass materials and PBF.

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Bonding

Henkel, Synthomer partner to cut carbon emissions in adhesives

Integration of Synthomer Clima resins into Henkel Technomelt hot-melt adhesive portfolio targets significant Scope 3 GHG emissions reductions for electronics, automotive, comsumer and composites customers.

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Wind/Energy

RWC delivers composite frac plugs for downhole environments

Filament-wound fiberglass/epoxy frac plug billets, developed as part of a contract with an oilfield service company, address the very demanding performance needs of oil and gas.

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