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University of Texas researchers develop deep-ocean wind turbine blades
Funded by a $3.3 million grant from the U.S. DOE, university researchers will develop a prototype of a vertical-axis, floating offshore wind turbine design.
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IACMI: Driving innovation in the advanced composites industry
Since its start in 2015, the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) has come a long way in its mission of advancing composites innovation. CTO Uday Vaidya reflects on the past five years.
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Boeing to suspend 737 MAX production beginning in January
Longer-than-expected re-certification is forcing Boeing to focus on delivering stored aircraft. No layoffs or furloughs are planned.
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University of Kentucky receives grant to turn coal pitch into carbon fiber
University researchers will work with industry partners to convert coal tar into carbon fiber for use in high-performance composite applications.
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Zund America opens new North American headquarters
The digital cutting systems specialist’s new 60,000-square-foot facility in Oak Creek, Wis., U.S. includes expanded space for training and demonstrations.
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AMRC Cymru research facility opens in North Wales
Among other projects, the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Cymru will support the Airbus Wing of Tomorrow program.
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Carleton University leverages VABS software for helicopter blade simulation
As part of AnalySwift LLC’s Academic Partner Program, Carleton University is working on new comprehensive software to simulate helicopter blade tasks.
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FACC receives FAA STC approval for its Passenger Luggage Space Upgrade
U.S. airlines can retrofit A320 family aircraft with modified storage compartments said to enable 67% more storage space at reduced weight.
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ACMA announces 2020 Infrastructure Day
ACMA’s fifth Infrastructure Day in Feb. 2020 will gather political and composites manufacturing leaders in Washington D.C. to discuss infrastructure legislation.
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Planning application submitted for National Manufacturing Institute Scotland
The NMIS will be an industry-led international center of manufacturing expertise led by Scottish leaders and the University of Strathclyde.
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