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Purdue, AnalySwift launch CompositesAI platform to democratize air mobility structure design
CompositesAI integrates with AnalySwift’s VABS and SwiftComp software to streamline the design, simulation and performance evaluation of composite structures — especially rotor blades, shells and panels.
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Archer wins competitive bid process to acquire Lilium’s patent portfolio
Acquisition bolsters Archer’s rapidly growing patent portfolio by adding ~300 patent assets covering current and next-gen eVTOL technologies.
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Award-winning Oder river bridge cuts 500 tons of steel with CFRP tension cables
Developed by Carbo-Link and tested by Empa, the Oder Bridge near Küstrin is a heavy rail bridge using 88 CFRP tension members, enabling 120 km/hr train speeds with reduced weight and emissions.
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China's Aerofugia begins production of AE200-100 eVTOL aircraft
Eight-rotor piloted composite aircraft moves into prototype phase for airworthiness certification and large-scale production delivery.
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GE Aerospace, Beta partner on hybrid-electric flight advancement
The companies will co‑develop a hybrid‑electric turbogenerator for use in AAM systems, leveraging GE’s engine tech and Beta’s electric propulsion capabilities.
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Soracle to lead Archer eVTOL aircraft establishment in Osaka
Japan Airlines and Sumitomo joint venture intends to deploy Midnight as the core part of its fleet of air taxi services available in Osaka.
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Exel Composites plant in India begins volume shipments of carbon fiber wind energy components
Joint venture Kineco Exel Composites India has reached full-scale production at the Banda facility, which is now shipping IEC 61400-5-certified flats, joiners and bolt fixtures to support major wind OEMs.
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Anemoi rotor sails successfully installed on Taiwanese bulk carrier
U-Ming Transport’s Grand Pioneer VLOC vessel is expected to save an average 10-12% fuel emissions during deep-sea service between Brazil and China.
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InstelStore finds U.S. wind turbine blade repairs exceed $1 billion in 2025
More than $255.7 million in repairs are being undertaken this year due to lightning damage, with blade root failure in close second, suggesting needed innovation in more resilient materials, or a method for in situ repairs.
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BladeBridge repurposes Energia Group decommissioned wind blade into practical site amenity
Collaborative effort turns EOL blade into a rest area and memorial along the Meenadreen Wind Farm’s Leghowney Loop trail, blending sustainable design and functionality.
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REFRESH wind blade recycling data shows promising environmental benefits
Initial LCA processing carbon and glass fibers evaluates mechanical and thermal recycling methods, finds environmental reduction impact surpasses the impact associated with the recycling processes themselves.
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Gen 2 Carbon, Americarb launch rCF strategy for clean energy
Combined expertise unlocks novel applications for rCF in batteries, fuel cells, electrolyzers and structural energy storage.
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Plant tour: Brembo, Bergamo, Italy
Brake systems pioneer advances both design and industrialized production of customized C/C products that meet the highest performance requirements.
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Four Syensqo innovations are recognized at 2025 SPE Automotive Awards
Syensqo’s fiber-reinforced polymers, specialty compounds and bio-based PPA materials earn automotive impact distinction.
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Electromagnetically transparent GFRP rotor for rare earth magnet-free electric motors
A research consortium within the Baden-Württemberg’s ICM research cluster has created a prototype GFRP wireless power transfer electric motor rotor.
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HTMS engineers raise £1.3 million to enable mass-market CMC availability
Company founders will be opening a new production facility and office to support HTMS’ ongoing materials R&D and collaborations in new sectors like automotive.
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Siemens, Ducati extend partnership to advance innovation
Siemens Xcelerator Platform helps extend racing innovation to production bikes, reduces time for complex composite parts and enables remote design/3D printing at track, digital twin and faster development.
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Post Cure: NFPA-rated carbon fiber composite fire truck pump for firefighting, energy industries
Direct engine-driven systems or firetruck applications benefit from the lightweight, compact, high-volume centrifugal pump by KASE Pumping Systems.
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Integris Composites named armor partner for XM30 Combat Vehicle
Expertise in composite armor for land vehicles, aircraft, naval vessels and other applications will support $45 billion U.S. Army program.
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Lockheed Martin Sikorsky receives 5-year contract to build up to 99 CH-53K helicopters
Multiyear award from the U.S. Navy will ensure consistent deliveries of the heavy-lift composite helicopter between 2029-2034.
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HydroGraph graphene, coatings to advance Seadar subsea radar
Technical synergies will be explored to enhance the performance of Seadar’s radars, nodes, tethers and electronics, like graphene-enhanced Kevlar-reinforced survey lines and graphene composite structural components.
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LIFT to lead new "Critical Materials Processing" program on ceramics, CMC
Multifaceted project aims to accelerate development and scale-up of ultra-high temperature material technologies including ceramic matrix composites (CMC) and carbon fiber as a precursor in CMC preforms.
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Guanglian Aviation achieves milestone in carbon fiber circular chains development
Following six years of R&D, Guanglian Aviation has introduced circular chains made from carbon fiber and Kevlar that weigh 4-5X less than metal chains, offer 15-year saltwater corrosion resistance, and are poised for large-scale applications in marine engineering, mining and defense.
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Babcock, Uplift360 to recycle composite parts from Typhoon aircraft
Chemical recycling process will be explored for breaking down and repurposing Typhoon and other defense platforms, forming U.K. defense supply chain resiliency.
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Putting next-generation composite materials, processes to the test
Research at Faserinstitut Bremen’s ECOMAT site, alongside industry partners, aims to enable sustainable, aerospace-focused composites — including thermoplastic welding and cryogenic material testing.
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Hexcel, HyPerComp debut Type 4 COPV for aerospace, space
The vessel, far along the path toward certification, demonstrates optimal fiber strength and burst pressure performance, designed to meet demanding environment needs.
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Hexagon Digital Wave provides requalification services for oilfield service company’s gas transportation fleet
Noninvasive modal acoustic emission (MAE) technology will support composite cylinder inspection for the U.S. company’s virtual pipeline trailers through 2027.
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AMSL Aero secures $3 million to progress Australian LH2 aviation
Project goals include designing LH2 refueling systems, validating power distribution and fuel measurement in flight, and gathering evidence to support future national regulatory frameworks.
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Hexagon Agility lands major CNG orders in Mexico and Jordan to advance clean energy transition
Deployments will supply onboard CNG fuel systems for 100 Cummins X15N-powered trucks in Mexico’s largest fleet and deliver ADR X-Store Mobile Pipeline modules to Jordan’s Watani in deals set to begin delivery in Q3 2025.
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Consumer goods manufacturer orders Hexagon Agility CNG fuel systems
Following successful piloting of X15N engine natural gas trucks, this new fleet of 60 day cab and sleeper trucks will benefit from Hexagon’s CNG systems with Type 4 tanks.
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Composite Braiding awarded for TPC twin track cantilever support
Railway infrastructure cuts weight by 84%, carbon emissions by 80% and installation time by 50% while automated process offers ≥90% lower labor costs, waste and energy use versus traditional composites manufacturing.
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Woven UD fabric enhances scalable carbon fiber options for infrastructure
CAMX 2025: Zoltek introduces PX35 woven UD fabric which bridges the gap between performance and affordability for retrofit and new build scenarios.
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BrainDrip scales up composite technology to meet current, future energy infrastructure needs
Next-generation composite pipe development with embedded, AI-enhanced health monitoring will modernize new and aging pipelines globally.
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UMaine ASCC secures $8 million USDOT partnership
Building on its years of work in composites, ARPA-I funding will enable the university to further develop and prototype low-cost composite bridge materials via the X-Bridge program.
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Re-Wind Network completes first U.S. BladeBridge in Georgia
Beaverbrook Park now exhibits a 50-foot pedestrian bridge design consisting of a decommissioned wind blade flanked by two wooden decks.
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R-Tech Materials offers accredited composite rebar testing
The independent U.K. lab has has developed a comprehensive suite of materials testing capabilities tailored to the growing demands of the construction sector.
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Marvin opens Kansas City hub for fiberglass windows and doors
Additional manufacturing, fabrication and assembly facility prepares the company for its next stage of development.
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Dyneema launches woven composite fabric with UHMWPE fiber
Dual-layer structure of Dyneema core with a fully woven Dyneema face fabric resists abrasion and wear, offering durability under significant load conditions and after prolonged use.
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Carbitex debuts colored carbon fiber textiles for footwear
The flexible composites partners with Hypetex Coloured Advanced Materials to introduce colored Omniflex, offering aesthetic innovation and high-performance characteristics for multiple industries.
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Bcomp, Siux bring natural fiber composites to padel tennis
Flax fibers enter the court through Siux’s GEA padel racquets, delivering high-performance, well-balance sports equipment to a rapidly growing sports market.
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Carbitex, Blumaka composite insole tackles sport injury prevention
The Carbon Elite Insole combines Carbitex’s ability to provide dynamic flexibility and rigidity where needed with Blumaka’s nonslip insole to prevent initial injury and recurrence for athletes at all levels.
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Composites end markets: Electronics (2025)
Electronic and smart device innovations achieved through the use of advanced materials ranging from thermoplastic composites to biomaterials emphasize high-volume production and sustainability.
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CMH-17 updates composites data, will publish new Volume 7 on additive manufacturing
The Composite Materials Handbook-17 is publishing new data and industry best practices, helping to fill the aerospace industry’s growing knowledge transfer gap and support advanced materials and structures.
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Safran invests €350 million in Moroccan industrial LEAP engine footprint scale-up, extensions
Between 2026-2027, Safran begins construction for two LEAP engine MRO facilities, a LEAP-1A assembly line and expansion of three existing sites.
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Tata to build Airbus H125 helicopter FAL in India
The “Made in India” aircraft, supported by Tata’s extensive composites expertise, will deliver new rotorcraft market segments for India and reinforces Airbus’ goals of a holistic Indian aerospace ecosystem.
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GKN Aerospace, Airbus Helicopters MOU strengthens Netherlands and Europe industrial cooperation
The agreement, building on the partners’ 2023 MOU, supports composite technologies and electrical wiring system advancements for the H225M Caracal helicopter.
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Novaspace reports 43,000 satellites to be launched 2025-2034
Annual report forecasts record growth — averaging 12 satellites/day — fueled by mega-constellations, defense demand and rapid innovation.
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Teijin Carbon, A&P Bimax TPUD braided fabric meets scalable composites manufacturing goals
A combination of Teijin Carbon’s UD thermoplastic tapes and A&P Technology’s braided fabrics translates into a PAEK biaxial fabric with minimal crimp, high drapability and other rate-enabling qualities.
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Wave of Hexagon Agility orders progress North American CNG truck market
Natural gas (CNG/RNG) fuel systems provider adds $4.2 million for fuel systems installations to delivery lineup.
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TRB Lightweight Structures acquisition strengthens Kineco Group's global rail business
Kineco builds up its rail-focused brand in India, and better positions TRB to improve efficiencies and enter new geographies.
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SBB brings CompPair regenerative composites to ICN train fleet
HealTech will be integrated into the fleet’s refit program starting with cowcatcher components, a move that will eliminate costly replacements, maintenance and build the durability of rail parts under constant impact.
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TransRail Connection announces ninth edition dedicated to rail, urban mobility
The two-day October 2025 event in France provides a crossroads for companies, startups, labs and research centers to exchange ideas and innovations modernizing rail and urban mobility ecosystems.
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New Flyer selects Hexagon Purus H2 tanks for fifth consecutive year
Type 4 tanks will continue to be supplied for the mass mobility provider’s Xcelsior Charge FC fuel cell electric transit buses.
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Büfa partners with Končar to develop composite electric rail platform
KonÄar-ElektriÄna to use Büfa fire-retardant composite materials for electric vehicle development.
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Mel Composites materials, technical support enhances Aresa fishing vessel production efficiency
Mel delivered pre-processed structural components and engineering support for the four commercial vessels, reducing build time through workflow optimization and CNC-cut Aircell HR80 core integration.
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Nova Carbon, Grand Large Yachting to integrate rCF into shipbuilding
Strategic partnership aims to reduce the environmental impact of luxury yacht construction by integrating Nova Carbon rCF into the boatbuilder’s manufacturing processes.
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Brunswick Boat Group to consolidate fiberglass boat manufacturing operations
Brunswick Corp. will close its Reynosa, Mexico, and Flagler Beach, Florida, boat manufacturing facilities, shifting production to high-performing U.S. plants to align with a streamlined product portfolio and evolving market demand.
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Startup Akvotransiro trials Wind2Water catamaran built from discarded wind turbine blades
Four-person prototype is one of many in-development hulls, floating docks and pontoons comprising bamboo composites and EOL wind blades re-engineered into reliable, environmentally conscious water vessels.
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Gurit secures multiyear subsea contract for Corecell foam core
Long-term structural core supply, already backed by a long history of success, will diversify Gurit beyond its traditional markets.
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IACC NODE, Lamáquina enable functional 3D printed composite boat
Asket, the student team’s first project, is a custom, one-piece vessel featuring a 3D printed hull, real-time sensor function and adaptive robotic control.
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Strongwell wins Manufacturing Innovation Award for Strongdek composite decking
Two-part design and replaceable cap, enabling high strength and sustainable, cost-effective maintenance and installation, made this FRP construction solution stand out for this year’s SVAM awards.
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Future of BioBuilding shares bio-based composite material opportunities, challenges
A series of keynotes, interactive panels and networking will be covered over the two-day online event presented by Ceresana in December, focusing on economic perspectives, innovative developments and practical insights.
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Avient, ReForm Composites accelerate TPC adoption in construction
ReForm’s pultrusion technology with Avient’s composite materials enables curved continuous fiber TPC profiles demonstrated in the PolyDowel infrastructure project.
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EuCIA launches the European Rebar Council to drive FRP rebar market opportunity
Composite rebar promotion and adoption goals form the backbone of this sectorial alliance, with four working groups to drive the Council’s activities.
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Bedford highlights GFRP screenwall for robust security, containment solutions
The screenwall, designed as perimeter protection, is ideal for secondary indoor or outdoor containment within the wastewater industry.
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Avient, FSJ Tactical advance ballistic-rated composite wall panels
Fiberglass-reinforced ThermoBallistic panels for facility protection applications are capable of encapsulating projectiles and preventing harmful deflection and ricochet.
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SkyDrive partners with Duc Hélices for eVTOL composite rotors
The Japanese eVTOL manufacturer will work with the French propeller specialist on flight-critical rotors for its SD-05, accelerating testing progress and supporting certification efforts.
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Electroformed barrier technology hits project milestones, use case potential
Under the LEEF project, leading edge protection layer for composite structures developed by Ultima Forma and Polar Technology is being considered for eVTOL/UAV rotor and propeller blades, aerofoils and outlet guide vanes.
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Joby demonstrates piloted eVTOL flight in FAA-controlled airspace
The flight between two public California airports, and the aircraft’s ability to integrate with other airliners, is built on years of eVTOL testing and 40,000+ miles flown across the Joby fleet.
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EHang deepens Hefei partnership for VT35 long-range eVTOL
Joint investment in VT35 product hub across Hefei, China, will cover everything from R&D to operations, building up the aircraft’s certifications and range of applications.
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Archer completes longest flight for piloted Midnight aircraft
The 55-mile flight follows a series of key developments in Archer’s commercialization roadmap, including the continuation of its manufacturing ramp-up throughout the U.S. and the activation of its Launch Edition program in the UAE.
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Material solutions reduce critical weight, address challenges for aircraft development
CAMX 2025: Greene Tweed highlights lightweight composite innovations such as Xycomp DLF for aerospace and advanced air mobility.
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Atomic-6 composite Space Armor shields space operation communications, spacecraft and astronauts
Lightweight radio frequency-permeable orbital debris shield mitigates the creation of harmful debris upon impact and has proven to protect against the high-speed particles traveling space.
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ICOMAT launches U.K. automated space manufacturing facility with £4.8 million backing
At its opening, iCOMAT demonstrated how its specialized RTS production lines will support a variety of composite space innovations and build up the U.K. space sector.
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Inversion Space looks to 2026 orbital flight for space delivery vehicle Arc
California startup, with its spacecraft made from lightweight metals and heat-resistant composites, plans to use space to quickly and autonomously deliver cargo within an hour anywhere in the world.
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Industrializing rapid tape shearing for high-rate, 3D composite structures
ICOMAT’s first RTS factory creates preforms in 5 minutes for parts with -65% weight, higher strength and damage tolerance for wingskins, spars, fuselage, space tanks, auto chassis and more.
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Rocket Lab opens Launch Complex 3 for Neutron rocket debut
Fourth launch site constructed in under two years will be exclusively used for Rocket Lab’s upcoming medium-lift composite rocket Neutron.
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National Composites Week 2025: Space
Commemorating the theme “Performance With Purpose,” CW has gathered key stories over the last year that exemplify how composites have progressed space exploration and satellite programs.
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Kratos becomes exclusive U.S. manufacturer for Elroy Air Chaparral VTOL cargo drone
Five-year partnership leverages Kratos’ expertise in scaled infrastructure and delivering affordable, jet-powered composite unmanned aircraft to put the Chaparral into high-volume production.
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Hybrid eVTOL orders builds Plana’s FAA certification, U.S. relocation momentum
Korean AAM company Vonaer will purchase a total of 20 eVTOL aircraft, ramping up Plana’s certification, capital raising and market entry goals.
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Midnight eVTOL aircraft reaches highest altitude flight to date
Altitudes of 7,000 feet surpass the aircraft’s intended operational altitudes of up to 4,000 feet, marking the flexibility of the platform.
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Market report: Composites and carbon fiber in hydrogen storage
This first-of-its-kind technical report from ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ breaks down the key economic and engineering variables influencing carbon fiber composite tanks for hydrogen-powered mobility.
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MaruHachi Corp. to develop CFRTP cryogenic rocket fuel tank
MaruHachi is selected by the Japanese government’s Space Strategic Fund, commencing joint development with University of Tokyo and Kanazawa Institute of Technology/ICC.
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Kaneka Belgium reduces Type 4 tank carbon fiber needs through CSR toughening
The company’s Kane Ace MX liquid core-shell rubber toughener has been found to increase burst strength and mechanical performance while cutting material for H2 pressure vessel production.
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National Composites Week 2025: Transportation
Commemorating the theme “Performance With Purpose,” CW has gathered key stories over the last year that exemplify how composites have progressed commercial automotive and mass transit.
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National Composites Week 2025: Aviation and AAM
Commemorating the theme “Performance With Purpose,” CW has gathered key stories over the last year that exemplify how composites have progressed aviation, AAM and defense.
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Paris Air Show highlights advanced materials, industry momentum
This year’s international air show offered a glimpse of the rapidly expanding future for composites in aerospace.
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Using multidisciplinary simulation, real-time process monitoring to improve composite pressure vessels
Multi-pronged approach closes the loop between design and production of Type 3, 4 and 5 pressure vessels, enabling simulation of as-built composite tanks to improve performance and storage capacity while reducing weight and cost.
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Prepreg compression molding supports higher-rate propeller manufacturing
To meet increasing UAV market demands, Mejzlik Propellers has added a higher-rate compression molding line to its custom CFRP propeller capabilities.
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Composites end markets: Aviation and advanced air mobility (2025)
Despite persistent supply chain issues, markets were set for healthy growth before Trump policies and tariffs, yet long-term trends favor composites in new platforms. Meanwhile, advanced air mobility shakes out and moves forward.
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