Sustainability
INN-PAEK project succeeds in 100% recyclable turbine
European project replaces complex-shaped metal structure in aircraft cooling system with injection molded thermoplastic composite material for improved sustainability.
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Aitiip Technology Center reports dismantling of thermoplastic parts using resistance welding
Clean Sky 2 HELACS project aims to enable improved recycling of composite components at aircraft end of life.
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Swancor obtains GRS-certified recycled carbon fiber
One hundred percent recyclable fibers have been achieved from composite components made from the company’s EzCiclo thermoset resin.
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UAMMI white paper addresses composites recycling in Utah
Foundational research discusses the current carbon fiber recycling landscape in Utah, and evaluates potential strategies and policies that could enhance this sustainable practice in the region.
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Recycling hydrogen tanks to produce automotive structural components
Voith Composites and partners develop recycling solutions for hydrogen storage tanks and manufacturing methods to produce automotive parts from the recycled materials.
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On the radar: Technologies for lifecycle analysis (LCA)
Sustainability requirements are driving more companies to conduct LCAs to evaluate the environmental impact of their products and processes. Tools and research in this area continues to evolve.
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BioPowder expands capabilities with Gebrüder Dorfner partnership
Paints, coatings and composites markets will gain access to high-performance renewable additives.
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The NCC calls for interest in TPC pipe permeability project
The joint industry project seeks to better understand the permeability performance of thermoplastic composite pipes for hydrogen distribution to de-risk for widespread adoption.
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Solvay, Ascendance Flight Technologies and Airborne join forces
Strategic collaboration agreement will see to the development of innovative advanced materials and aerospace technologies that will enhance the safety, efficiency and sustainability of future aircraft.
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Boeing TTBW concept becomes new NASA X-Plane
The X-Plane designation for Boeing’s experimental aircraft demonstrator, previously awarded under the Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project, will test designs and technologies that can be adopted into current aircraft.
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