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Zoltek, A + Composites present novel CFRTP UD tape
50K carbon fiber tow impregnated with polypropylene features 50 µm thickness, offers potential for weight savings and increased mechanical performance.
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CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Helicoid Industries
Helicoidal fiber-reinforced composites are the inspiration for new developments in rain erosion-resistant substrates, improvement in damage tolerance and sustainable composites.
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HORYZN emergency UAV harnesses CFRP tooling from Voith Composites
Voith Composites collaborated with HORYZN, a student initiative that leverages CFRP tooling and composites know-how for its Mission Pulse UAV project.
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Price, performance, protection: EV battery enclosures, Part 1
Composite technologies are growing in use as suppliers continue efforts to meet more demanding requirements for EV battery enclosures.
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Hyundai Motor, Supernal unveil eVTOL vehicle cabin concept
Concept details — such as CFRTP material incorporation, a biomimetic design and a focus on safety — provide a first look at how Hyundai integrate its mobility capabilities to develop commercial urban, regional air vehicles.
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AGY, Kaneka develop transparent fiber-reinforced composite
The S-2 Glass fiber/epoxy material offers tunable transparency, low haze, good impact and mechanical properties.
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Carbon fiber in pressure vessels for hydrogen
The emerging H2 economy drives tank development for aircraft, ships and gas transport.
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Overair's Butterfly eVTOL prototype to integrate composites-intensive design
Aiming for first flight tests in the latter half of 2023, Overair’s Butterfly aircraft uses Toray carbon fiber/epoxy prepreg strategically to cut weight on its battery-powered, quiet aircraft.
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Overair Butterfly eVTOL to incorporate Toray carbon fiber, resin system
The Butterfly is expected to take flight in densely populated cities in 2023, complete with Toray’s T1100/3960 prepreg system used in the airframe structure and propulsion units.
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Scott Bader acquires Satyen Polymers, enhances commitment to Indian customers
Under the agreement, India-based Scott Bader Pvt. Ltd. will assume responsibilities for direct sales and marketing for all resin and gelcoat products, bring composites and adhesives to Indian market.
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