Thermoplastics
FACC emphasizes fast-cure prepregs, thermoplastics, bio-based composites for next-gen aerostructure sustainability
The Tier One’s Sept. 2021 BEyond magazine highlights its investments in new factories, materials and technologies for the next generation of cost-effective, sustainable composites for aviation.
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Lanxess demonstrates Tepex composite material in structural bracket application
Lightweight bracket offers firm clamping of batteries in Mercedes-Benz S-Class with high strength under sustained dynamic stress, functional integration and no risk of short circuiting.
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Fraunhofer IPT develops thermoplastic composites in hydrogen storage, engine blades and more
Active in laser-assisted tape winding and in-situ consolidation of thermoplastic composites since 1988, the IPT in Aachen, Germany continues to push new materials, applications and Composites 4.0 digital processing.
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Plant tour: ATC Manufacturing, Post Falls, Idaho, U.S.
ATC is at the top of the list when it comes to thermoplastic composites and aerostructures manufacturing. CW explains why.
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Collins Aerospace acquires thermoplastic parts fabricator Dutch Thermoplastic Components
The acquisition underscores Collin’s commitment to deliver light, cost-efficient and sustainable aircraft structures.
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Oribi Composites, Packard Performance partner for off-road powersports thermoplastic composite wheel
Composite UTV wheels are 50% lighter than aluminum and can handle extreme terrain and driving conditions.
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DOMMINIO virtual workshop to explore multifunctional and intelligent composite airframe parts
Nov. 30, 2021 event for H2020 project will review latest advances in thermoplastic composites, additive manufacturing and digital manufacturing.
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Lingrove’s eco-friendly Ekoa composite materials target furnishings and interactive applications
Ekoa, comprised of plant-based fiber reinforcements and resins, achieves cosmetic, structural durability and elegance for a range of interior, furniture and transportation applications.
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Suprem launches continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic brand tailored to AM
Filaprem materials feature high quality, exceptional fiber/matrix distribution and low porosity.
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Fraunhofer commissions automated Engel production cells for thermoplastic composite R&D
Fraunhofer PAZ pilot plant center installs v-duo 700 vertical machine and duo 900 injection molding machine to combine thermoplastic composite processes with a variety of injection molding technologies.
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