Industry Digest

Keep up to date with the latest news of interest to the composites industry

New Polymer Binds Silica Sand into Composite Material for Use in Multiple Industries

A water-soluble novel polymer designed by researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) binds silica sand for 3D-printing for molds, prototypes, and part production in industries such as...

Carbon Fiber Lattice Cell Towers Enable Sturdy and Cost-effective 5G Rollout

As the demand for 5G connectivity grows, estimates for tower construction in the U.S. over the next five years reach $30 billion and even more internationally. IsoTruss® carbon fiber lattice cell...

NREL’s Focus on Sustainability Leads to 3D Printing of Thermoplastic Wind Blades

We have all seen the photos of retired wind blades in landfills, painting a powerful picture for those concerned with the environment and with energy production for the future. Researchers at...

Researchers Using Carbon Fiber to Convert Wastewater to Hydrogen for Electric Vehicles

Treating wastewater is a very energy intensive process, and it accounts for about 3% of energy use in the U.K. It is also a vital process as it removes pathogens and protects the environment. Severn Trent,...

New Bulletproof Material Made from Sustainable Composite Materials

Protection systems must find a balance between being lightweight and providing strength and safety in what can be life or death situations in strenuous environments. ExoTechnologies is also focused...

Carbon Fiber Forged Wheels Can Be Produced in High Volume at Competitive Prices

Vision Composite Products selected IDI Composites’ Ultrium™ U660 for its carbon fiber forged wheels. In order to survive harsh conditions, corrosion, and road hazards, automotive aftermarket wheels...