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Carbon Fiber

Carbon fiber reinforced polymers are advanced composite materials used in a wide range of applications, from aerospace to automotive to sports equipment. When bound with plastic polymer resin, carbon fiber creates a composite material that is extremely strong, durable and lightweight and can be found in many forms, including fabrics, tubes and tows.

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IACMI, DuPont, Fibrtec and Purdue University Conclude Phase I of Thermoplastics Project

Last week, IACMI-The Composites Institute announced the conclusion of the first phase of an innovative thermoplastic composite manufacturing research technology project led by DuPont with support from...
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Boeing Receives FAA Approval for Folding Composite Wingtips for 777X Family

On May 18, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved the design for Boeing's folding CFRP wingtips that will be incorporated the company two 777X aircraft variants, the 777-8 and 777-9. The...
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New Polymer Curing Process from Illinois Researchers Could Drastically Reduce Costs

Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a new polymer curing process that could drastically reduce the cost, time and energy needed to manufacture FRP. The researchers findings indicate that...
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BMW and Torqeedo Cooperate on Emission-Free Drive System for Vendée Globe Campaign

For the first time, a German sailor is aiming to take on one of the greatest and toughest challenges in yachting: the Vendée Globe. The route takes participants on a journey of 25,000 nautical miles along the...
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OceanGate’s Composite-Intensive Submersible Could Reach the Titanic

Update (5/21): Oceangate's expedition to the Titanic has been rescheduled for next year. More info here. OceanGate Inc., a provider of manned-submersible services, has launched Titan, formerly known...
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Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Vehicle will Feature Composite Components from SGL

Last week, SGL Group announced that it will provide its SIGRACET® brand of wet-laid nonwoven CFRP gas diffusion layers (GDLs) for the fuel cell of Hyundai’s NEXO hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. Fuel cell...
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Composites Manufacturing is the official publication of the American Composites Manufacturers Association. Published bimonthly, it offers practical assessments of the current state of the composites industry as well as thoughtful explorations of the opportunities and challenges ahead. It includes timely coverage of core market segments, materials, processes and technical education plus topics such as sustainability, plant safety, operational efficiency and research advances. Subscribe to Composites Manufacturing Magazine.

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