Workforce Development
JEC World 2019 preview: Institut für Textiltechnik at RWTH Aachen University
The Institute für Textiltechnik at RWTH Aachen University (ITA) and the Aachen Center for Integrative Lightweight Construction (AZL, Aachen, Germany) will demonstrate expertise in glass fibers, preforms and textile concrete at their joint booth at JEC World 2019.
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IACMI, Abaris host collaborative training workshops
The IACMI/Abaris workshops are aimed at mitigating the critical skills gap in the composites technical industry and growing a skilled composites workforce nation-wide.
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U.S. states set gigawatt goals for offshore wind
Three different states plan for gigawatt grids, powered by wind turbines with >90-meter-long composite blades, to help combat climate change.
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University of Houston researchers explore potential of silk fiber composites
A researcher at the University of Houston-Clear Lake is working to produce natural silk fiber composites with stronger resistance to impact than traditional glass and carbon fibers.
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Hennecke Group North American headquarters moves to new facility
The new facility includes a research and development laboratory, a modern parts warehouse and areas for machinery repair and mixhead rebuilding services.
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People in Composites – February 2019
CW’s monthly roundup of people news in the composites industry.
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EASA completes first flight session of MC-21-300 certification program
During the certification tests, the behavior of MC-21-300 aircraft was evaluated in various modes, including high angles of attack and stalling.
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Siemens electric propulsion motor powers Sun Flyer 2 flight
Bye Aerospace’s all-electric, composite material aircraft has successfully completed its first official flight test with a Siemens electric propulsion motor.
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Composites training center opens in Dorset
Norco, a manufacturer of large composite structures and GRP moldings, has opened a new composites training center to offer hands-on training for new apprentices.
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Community college adds flexibility for advanced composites manufacturing students
Great Bay Community College has added morning classes for its Advanced Composites Manufacturing Certificate, benefiting working students.
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