Processes
Vinyl Esters Make Tough Parts For Highly Corrosive Applications
An array of case studies showcases the growing acceptance of fiberglass/vinyl ester composites in harsh industrial environments.
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New Approaches To Cost-effective Tooling
New methods, materials and philosophies add up to tooling innovations.
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Towpreg Proves Cost-competitive For Wound Pressure Vessels
Design group's new winding option streamlines new pressure vessel development.
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Isotruss offers amazing strength and material savings
The three-dimensional composite truss structure is the lightest and most efficient structural tube available.
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Jaguar XJ Structures Celstran LFRTs Thermoplastics
Although Jaguar Cars Ltd.'s (Whitley, U.K.) newly redesigned Jaguar XJ has a body made from aluminum rather than sheet steel, the automaker and its automotive systems supplier Automold Ltd. (Gloucestershire, U.K.) used Ticona's (Summit N.J., U.S.A., select 296) Celstran long-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic (LFRT) in
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Composites Do Wood One Better
Extruded wood-filled/thermoplastic composite materials experience explosive growth.
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Phenolic Delivers More Torque
German automaker BMW and suppliers collaborate to produce the world's first continuously variable intake manifold.
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Composites Refine Soap Box Derby Racers
Starting with a molded kit, Masters racers add fiberglass to stiffen and streamline their vehicles.
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Light-sport Plane Category Creates Take-off Point For Composites
Composites manufacturers and suppliers — and pilots — benefit from new FAA aircraft designation.
Read MoreAGATE Methodology Proves Its Worth
Increased availability, lower testing costs and shorter development times are among the program's achievements.
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