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CFRP module saves weight on rocket design
Taking advantage of carbon fiber/PEEK mechanical and thermal performance, the Technical University of Munich replaces an aluminum rocket module with a 40+% lighter composite alternative.
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Future automotive is collaborative, digital and smart using composites
According to Swedish startup Uniti, “The era of heavy, costly and unsustainable is coming to an end.”
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General Atomics Aeronautical developing tool-less thermoplastics composites process
Aerospace manufacturer General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. is developing a novel process for the fabrication of thermoplastic composite structures that obviates the need for traditional molds or tooling.
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Hexcel finalizes acquisition of ARC Technologies
Hexcel continues to expand its advanced materials portfolio in structural composites and thermoplastics with ARC Technologies acquisition.
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Bio-composites break into structural automotive applications
A company’s bio-based, polyamide composite comes with a unique property profile that may help it carve a niche in automotive applications.
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Covestro highlights convergence of technology and composite materials at Consumer Electronics Show
Supplier of Maezio continuous fiber thermoplastic composites will host wearable tech and gaming accessories companies at CES 2019.
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CW's top 10 posts of 2018
The top 10 most viewed articles on the ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ website in 2018.
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Developing next-generation composites talent
The M.C. Gill Composites Center at the University of Southern California has steadily grown to become one of the industry’s educational and R&D stalwarts.
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Bio-based recyclable, reshapable and repairable (3R) fiber-reinforced epoxy composites wins award
ECOxy consortium researchers recognized at the 2018 International Conference on Recycling of Textiles and Plastics.
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Composite radar masts assembled for megayachts
Vabo Composites designs, builds and assembles 10m-tall composite radar masts, improving weight, stability and performance for modern megayachts.
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