Thermoplastics

Consumer 22 Nov 2022

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.

Thermoplastics 9 Nov 2022

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.

Compression Molding 3 Nov 2022

Digital Demo: The Advantages of Thermoplastics Technology

From stronger, longer-lasting parts to creating sustainable options for composite parts, this demo will pique your interest in this emerging technology. (Sponsored)

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Carbon Fibers 26 Oct 2022

DLR develops additive WeldSealer process to seal joints, edges or modify surfaces

The robotic process developed for large components protects joints and edges, prevents cracks and allows multipart structures to be created as if cast in one piece.

Epoxies 25 Oct 2022

Demonstrating composite LH2 tanks for commercial aircraft

Toray Advanced Composites and NLR discuss the Netherlands consortium and its 4-year project to build demonstrator liquid hydrogen tanks, focusing on thermoset and thermoplastic composites.

Space 24 Oct 2022

CFRTP upper stage propellant tank

PROCOMP uses in-situ consolidation AFP and ultrasonic welding to demonstrate lightweight, novel tank design.

Additive Manufacturing 18 Oct 2022

9T Labs, Purdue University to advance composites use in structural aerospace applications

Partnership defines new standard of accessibility to produce 3D-printed structural composite parts as easily as metal alternatives via Additive Fusion Technology, workflow tools.

Thermoplastics 18 Oct 2022

Lanxess equips SUVs with Tepex dynalite underbody paneling

Robust thermoplastic panels are 30% lighter than steel designs, features higher resistance to stone impacts or other damage, indicating future applications in electric-, hydrogen-powered vehicles.

Thermoplastics 17 Oct 2022

Collins Aerospace selected by AFRL to build thermoplastic composite fin for F-16

Part of $100 million, five-year investment to advance, qualify thermoplastic composites for military and commercial aero applications.

Thermoplastics 14 Oct 2022

Forvia brand Faurecia exhibits XL CGH2 tank, cryogenic LH2 storage solution for heavy-duty trucks

Part of its full hydrogen solutions portfolio at IAA Transportation 2022, Faurecia also highlighted sustainable thermoplastic tanks and smart tanks for better safety via structural integrity monitoring.