Sustainability
Rapid Fiber Preforming On A Large Scale
A proven alternative to open molding of big parts.
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Thermoformable Composite Panels, Part 1
Preconsolidated fiber-reinforced thermoplastics offer short cycle times, tailored properties, recyclability and lower cost.
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Natural Fiber Composites Slowly Take Root
Lower-than-expected automotive growth reshapes outlook, encourages process development and exploration of new markets.
Read MoreFebruary Editorial
Composite materials are a hot topic in the automotive industry, and this issue of Composites Technology offers a lot of automotive coverage. Several global economic realities bode well for increased use of composite materials in the automotive sector. The first is that, despite the recent U.S. auto industry slide,
Read MoreNew Growth Demands Careful Planning
D.J. DeLong has been involved in the manufacture and sales of carbon fibers for 18 years. Formerly general manager of BP Amoco's carbon fiber business, he's currently president of DeLong and Associates LLC (Atlanta, Ga.) In October 2005, I had the pleasure of co-chairing the Intertech 2005 Global Outlook for Carbon
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Why Microstructure Matters
Microtesting composite materials speeds seleMicrotesting composite materials speeds selection, allowing designers to consider more possibilities.ction, allowing designers to consider more possibilities.
Read MoreShow Coverage: Composites 2005
The American Composites Manufacturers Assn. presents its largest-ever trade event in the heart of composites country.
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Composite tidal turbine to harness ocean energy
Glass, carbon composites are the materials of choice for system that harvests energy from tidal currents.
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Meter, Mix Dispense Update
New technologies are improving accuracy, ease of use and repeatability while moving toward automation.
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SAMPE 2005 Product Showcase
SAMPE's U.S. Symposium and Exhibition highlights technological innovation and market expansion.
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