Processes
Limited edition watch features carbon fiber case produced by 9T Labs
Using its Additive Fusion Technology, 9T Labs mass produced 1,000 units of the watch case from continuous carbon fiber-reinforced PEKK, achieving a strong, ultralight, aesthetic product.
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Metal AM advances in composite tooling, Part 1
Multiple metal additive technologies are gaining market acceptance and interest for composite tooling used in processes ranging from short-fiber injection to autoclave-cure prepreg.
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Markforged Simulation software features virtual testing capability
Virtual testing validates the strength of advanced composite parts and automatically optimizes print parameters to help lower cost and speed production.
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Digital Demo: Secure Vacuum Bag Seal Eliminates Single-Use Sealant Tapes in Closed Mold Process
Magnum Venus Products (MVP) has developed a reusable two-part seal for the vacuum infusion closed mold process, replacing single-use sealant tapes. (Sponsored)
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Ulster University, Synthesites advance intelligent cure monitoring
Research collaboration to enable active control and optimization for RTM process for composite structures manufacture.
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Composite Integration wins Composites UK Industry Awards
U.K. company innovated a composites manufacturing technique capable of producing a single-piece, single-shot, infused prototype helicopter fuselage.
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Grand Largue Composites, Sicomin enable flax fiber-built Class40 racing yacht
Fibers, fabrics, epoxy resins and adhesives from Sicomin helped realize the lightweight, strong and stiff Crosscall yacht, capable of tackling extreme ocean racing conditions.
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Novel composite aims to resolve self-healing material challenges
University engineering researchers have developed and tested self-healing composites capable of self-repairing in place repeatedly without losing healing properties, as well as enhancing resistance to fracture.
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Dow Chemical, MVP introduce polyurethane-enabled LRTM process
Transportation industry solution decreases LRTM injection times using specialized three-component material chemistry and fully automated injection unit with Fast Flow LRTM process.
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Additive Engineering Solutions announces new director of business development
Andy Bridge fills the newly created position to support AES’ LFAM technology growth initiatives, bringing years of experience in composite tooling.
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