Processes
ATLAM combines composite tape laying, large-scale thermoplastic 3D printing in one printhead
CEAD, GKN Aerospace Deutschland and TU Munich enable additive manufacturing of large composite tools and parts with low CTE and high mechanical properties.
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Real-time assessment of thermoset composites curing
The combination of material state management (MSM) software and an encapsulated sample rheometer (ESR) enables real-time cure recipe management or cure model development inside the autoclave.
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Adaptive composite elements for building facades exhibited at JEC World 2023
University of Stuttgart institutes use carbon and glass fiber composites, robotic fabrication, biomimetic design and digial twin/control to demonstrate adaptive facade elements for future buildings.
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The Cool Parts Showcase seeks innovative 3D-printed parts
Manufacturers, designers, students and more are invited to submit their cool 3D printed parts to the competition by May 30.
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Automotive chassis components lighten up with composites
Composite and hybrid components reduce mass, increase functionality on electric and conventional passenger vehicles.
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Velocity Composites completes first kits from advanced manufacturing facility in Alabama
Full-rate production for GKN Aerospace should begin before next financial year, site will serve as hub for other launch customers as composites grow in wind energy, urban air mobility and electric vehicles.
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JEC World 2023 preview: Broetje-Automation
The STAXX One automated fiber placement (AFP) systems are run by industrial robotics and incorporate digital twin technology.
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Markforged completes transition to global headquarters
With its Waltham, Massachusetts headquarters, the composites additive manufacturing specialist unites its corporate and research and engineering branches.
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Magnum Venus Products to expand capacity in Tennessee
MVP will spend $20 million over five years to build a new 125,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in East Tennessee.
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JEC World 2023 preview: Techni-Modul Engineering
Smart Control automated technology enables high-rate, AI-driven kitting, stacking and layup of preforms and composite parts.
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