Processes
Damen, CEAD explore composite 3D printing potential via HDPE Workboat project
Dutch innovators collaborate to investigate large-format 3D printing for functional shipbuilding at the recently opened Maritime Application Center.
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From prototypes to performance: Composites company makes inroads into new markets
Top Shops 2024 honoree Calian’s composites division blends R&D, rapid prototyping and scalable production with deep engineering integration and corporate synergy.
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Delta Marine shares 110-foot custom motor yacht with novel hull
In-progress build highlights Delta’s first hull designed entirely using CFD, a step forward in performance innovation for the shipyard known for its custom composites construction expertise.
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CEAD launches the Maritime Application Center dedicated to industrial 3D printing boat hulls
The MAC is an LFAM-powered production facility equipped with highly automated, digitally driven manufacturing processes and built around a collaborative model to develop the boats of the future.
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Swinburne highlights composites and Industry 4.0 activities
Swinburne University of Technology’s facilities and research expertise have attained milestone developments in a UAV wingbox, customized carbon fiber components, digital manufacturing and 3D printing.
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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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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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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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