Videos

CAMX

Five-axis CNC machining center delivers on versatile materials processing needs 

CAMX 2023: Biesse America highlights the Rover Plast A FT, capable of adaptable milling and cutting operations for plastics and composite materials with high precision and a quality finish.

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VIDEO: Demonstrating Large-Format Additive Manufacturing

Francesco De Stefano, Co-Founder & CEO of Caracol AM presented their revolutionary Heron AM system at JEC 2023. Designed with versatility in mind, this system offers a range of printhead sizes, ensuring precise and customizable printing options. This project exemplifies their commitment to innovation and eco-friendly manufacturing practices.

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Dufour Aerospace X2.2 VTOL masters vertical to horizontal flight transition

Uncrewed Aero2 prototype proves aerodynamic qualities via flight testing, leading up to delivery of a second prototype to launch customer Spright.

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Epoxies

Bio-based epoxy, recycled materials increase sustainability of all-terrain snowboards

Aiming for a smaller environmental footprint while maintaining high performance, Salomon’s Highpath snowboard line incorporates bio-based epoxy, glass and basalt fiber stringers and recycled materials.

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Out of Autoclave

VIDEO: One-Piece, OOA Infusion for Aerospace Composites

Tier-1 aerostructures manufacturer Spirit AeroSystems developed an out-of-autoclave (OOA), one-shot resin infusion process to reduce weight, labor and fasteners for a multi-spar aircraft torque box. 

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VIDEO: Sicomin Showcases Additons to Bio-Based Range of GreenPoxy Resins

At JEC 2023, Sicomin Export Manager, Marc Denjean, took the time to speak with CW about Sicomin's various epoxy resins and their applications. Specifically, Sicomin presented examples at the show of their new bio-based range of GreenPoxy Resins.

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Sustainability

Aitiip Technology Center reports dismantling of thermoplastic parts using resistance welding

Clean Sky 2 HELACS project aims to enable improved recycling of composite components at aircraft end of life.

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Editorial

Celebrating National Composites Week

August 21-25, 2023 is National Composites Week. This year’s theme is “Composites Are Now,” recognizing the ways composites are shaping the world today.

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Join the industry in celebrating National Composites Week

The fifth annual National Composites Week, Aug 21-25, 2023, is right around the corner. Learn how you and your company can celebrate the importance of composite materials and manufacturing. 

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Aerospace

Daher CARAC TP project advances thermoplastic composites certification approach

New tests, analysis enable databases, models, design guidelines and methodologies, combining materials science with production processes to predict and optimize part performance at temperatures above Tg (≈150-180°C) for wing and engine structures.

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Carbon Exoskeleton Technology Enables Freedom in Composite Design

At JEC World 2023, Addyx exhibited their patented water-soluble inflatable mandrel, together with a patented carbon exoskeleton technology. This technology enables greater design freedom, reduced manufacturing costs, and lighter and stronger composite components.

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National Composites Week 2023

National Composites Week is August 21-25 and the theme is #CompositesAreNow. The goal of National Composites Week is to celebrate and bring attention to the myriad ways that composite materials and composites manufacturing contributes to the products and structures that shape the American manufacturing landscape today. Learn how you can participate. 

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