Processes
PEEKSense high-temperature thermocouple for PEEK composites curing
TE Wire & Cable’s PEEKSense thermocouple sensor is a high-temperature autoclave thermocouple assembly for polyetheretherketone (PEEK) composite applications.
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3D Platform large-format 3D printers
3D Platform has introduced two platforms for 3D printing: the WorkCell and the larger WorkCenter 500.
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FAMACOM project to develop more efficient manufacturing process for aerospace parts
The Spanish consortium, led by Aerotecnic, is using microwave curing for manufacturing large sandwich-structured composite parts.
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Big additive machines tackle large molds
In commercial aerocomposites fabrication, molds reign supreme, but they are expensive. Large-format additive manufacturing systems are poised to make production-ready molds quickly and affordably.
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Automated, in-situ inspection a necessity for next-gen aerospace
Inline inspection technologies continue to evolve with the aim of providing faster and more accurate part inspection.
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Optima 3D launches next-generation 3D weaving machines for composites
Digital control and innovative shuttle system enable rapid parameter and sequence change for net shape preforms, billets, para beams and more.
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Anisoprint launches basalt fiber for continuous-fiber 3D printing
The material is said to be 15 times stronger than plastic, five times lighter than steel and 1.5 times stronger and lighter than aluminum.
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Spirit AeroSystems invests in qualification program with Toray prepreg
The world’s largest aerospace tier supplier seizes the opportunity to develop its own allowables for a carbon fiber prepreg, setting an important precedent.
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HP-RTM for serial production of cost-effective CFRP aerostructures
Merging automotive process and tooling with aerospace quality to meet increasing production rates.
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Large, high-volume, infused composite structures on the aerospace horizon
Infused carbon fiber composite structures are not new, but they have never been built at the rates anticipated for next-generation, single-aisle aircraft. It is a daunting prospect — but a feasible one.
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