Working in Tandem
The strength, durability and light weight of composites have made them the material of choice for many applications in aerospace, automotive and other industries. But composites can’t always provide all the...
Graphene Gains Traction
Gaining widespread acceptance for a new material can be a slow process. But that’s not been the case with graphene, which appears to be on a fast track to adoption in the composites industry. Graphene,...
Understanding Fire Codes – Part 1
Fire codes can often seem rather mystifying. I’m not just talking about complicated code requirements. Development and enforcement of codes can also be puzzling. Throughout this discussion, keep in mind...
Reaching for the Sky
On March 9, two U.S. Air Force pilots became the first airmen to fly an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle. The milestone stems from a two-year partnership between BETA Technologies, which...
Volkswagen Evaluates Sustainable Composites
Sustainability has become a core part of Volkswagen AG’s corporate strategy, and it’s shaking up the company’s supply chain, processes and material selection. This presents an excellent opportunity for...
An Eye-Catching Penthouse Roof
Modeled on the angular wings of an F-117 Nighthawk fighter jet, a roof made from composite sandwich panels soars atop a lounge and deck above the penthouse of a Sydney, Australia, apartment. Part roof, part...
