European consortium aims to develop an innovative hydrogen trailer to improve the amount of hydrogen gas transported using Type 5 thermoplastic composite tanks.
Equipped with a full suite of certifications from the CAAC, EHang prepares the launch of low-altitude, pilotless, human-carrying aerial vehicles available to regions across China.
Analysis for eVTOL market breaks down market segments, key players and the overall competitive landscape expected for 2024-2028.
Raising of additional $4.2 million will support 700-bar tank design qualifications, USDOT Special Permit process, pilot plant production and R&D team extension.
Synergies between Cevotec, Fuji Industries, the NCC Japan, Fraunhofer IGCV and the ICC contributes to advancing knowledge exchange, FPP H2 tank development in Japanese manufacturing.
Integration will maintain Volocopter’s headquarters in Germany, with its development and certification work continuing under Diamond’s ownership.
Multidisciplinary global team will leverage Al and data-driven simulations to make the aerostructure design, development and certification process faster, less costly and more reliable.
Generative AI model is capable of exploring thousands of material designs in under a day, providing an opportunity to more rapidly characterize and design advanced materials including alloys, composites and catalysts.
New technologies demonstration platform (PDNT), validating innovative processes, methodologies and new materials, exceeded more than 200% of expected progressive load limit.
The independent U.K. lab has has developed a comprehensive suite of materials testing capabilities tailored to the growing demands of the construction sector.
GKN Aerospace, McLaren Automotive and U.K. partners chart the final chapter of the 4-year, £39.6 million ASCEND program, which accomplished significant progress in high-rate production, Industry 4.0 and sustainable composites manufacturing.
F1 team has taken first steps to qualify and apply sustainable composites into its W16 race car with help and innovation from industry partners and the FIA.
CompositesWorld is soliciting presentation proposals for Carbon Fiber 2025 — and what better location to discuss carbon fiber’s role in the key market of aerospace than Wichita, Kansas, the Air Capital of the world?
CW senior technical editor Ginger Gardiner discusses latest developments in composites from this year’s show.
The resurrected Rosalind Franklin composite rover mission’s key systems will be upgraded with support from the TAS, ESA and NASA for a planned launch in 2028.
This five-member team strives to support manufacturers of all sectors in the move toward thermoplastic composites (TPC), enabling them to benefit from a single point of access to comprehensive and integrated services.
Successful initiative introduced and guided undergraduate design students in the development of practical sport product concepts using Polystrand TPC materials.
CW technical editor Hannah Mason shares sustainability-focused composites trade show highlights featuring maturation, scale-up, new partnerships, and new technologies in biomaterials and recycling.
CW senior technical editor Ginger Gardiner discusses latest developments in composites from this year’s show.
As part of the NEXTGEN Hightech program, developer Joran Geschiere achieved a setup that can characterize entire spool lengths of UD tape meant for the AFP process.
Plasmatreat cold plasma systems clean, activate surfaces and apply nanocoatings for dielectric barriers and more.
The adhesive’s 1:1 mix ratio and long open time provides transportation, construction and marine industries with much-needed routine simplification and flexibility.
CompositesWorld rounds up coverage of the MFFD project over the past decade. Now complete, the MFFD illustrates numerous processes and technologies for manufacturing primary aerospace structures using thermoplastic composites.
CEAD grows validated 3D printing composites material range, further expands LFAM potential with Polymaker’s extensive global network and 3D printing materials offerings.
CW Tech Days are virtual events dedicated to the topics impacting the composites industry today. Access past event recordings and register for upcoming Tech Days.
Reliable news and information on where and how fiber-reinforced composites are being applied — that’s just the start of what you get from our team here at CompositesWorld.
CW explores key composite developments that have shaped how we see and think about the industry today.
Knowing the fundamentals for reading drawings — including master ply tables, ply definition diagrams and more — lays a foundation for proper composite design evaluation.
Performing regular maintenance of the layup tool for successful sealing and release is required to reduce the risk of part adherence.
With COVID in the past and passengers flying again, commercial aircraft production is ramping up. The aerocomposites supply chain is busy developing new M&P for an approaching next-generation aircraft program.
Caio Lo Sardo, VP of MITO Material Solutions has taken a leading role in the first graphene document in development led by the U.S. committee within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee (TC) 229, Nanotechnologies. Right now, when looking at graphene materials, no standard exists to classify graphene-related 2D materials and ensure the material will have concise technical specifications. The new standard includes a framework that is tailored to be useful for users, academia and regulators. This project will establish consensus-based parameters for commercial graphene purchases to confirm the material data sheets meet the expected standards. During this overview, Caio will share insights into the compilation of framework that have been built around graphene, with industry peer review, the study of the characteristics and zero in on what matters going forward for people who use graphene.
Gain insights into driving sustainability through lifecycle assessment and understanding the distinctions among various biobased materials, helping to navigate their environmental impact and guide informed decisions in product development and eco-friendly solutions. Agenda: Sustainability in composites Differentiating between biobased, biodegradable and recyclable materials Life cycle assessment (LCA) for sustainability-driven product marketing Innovating solutions for composite building materials
Bond failures can have severe consequences for manufacturers, including increased scrap rates, damage to brand reputation, costly warranty claims and even safety hazards. These failures often stem from inadequate surface preparation, highlighting the critical importance of surface energy, the substrate's ability to interact effectively with adhesives, coatings or sealants at the molecular level. Brighton Science, with over two decades of experience in investigating bond failures, has found that over 90% of these issues originate from insufficient surface preparation. This webinar will provide a concise overview of surface energy and its crucial role in achieving successful adhesion. By attending this webinar, you will gain valuable insights into the fundamental principles of surface energy and its impact on adhesion. You will learn how to implement WCA measurements as a robust quality control metric and leverage Brighton Process Monitor to streamline surface energy analysis and enhance overall production efficiency. Agenda: Discover how to identify and address critical control points within your manufacturing process that significantly impact bond quality Learn how other companies have successfully utilized water contact angle (WCA) measurements to generate rapid, safe and reliable data for integrating surface energy as a crucial quality key performance indicator (KPI) Explore Brighton Process Monitor, a powerful application within the BConnect networked surface monitoring system
Carbon fiber is the most valuable and highest performing fiber in the composites industry. Its application in existing and emerging markets is expanding, as are the companies that are manufacturing carbon fiber. This presentation, given by Future Materials Group (FMG) will evaluate the drivers and barriers of carbon fiber demand growth and how they affect different carbon fiber market segments, major players, and recent and announced carbon fiber capacity investments. Analysis will look at several scenarios of how supply and demand might evolve and consider the impact of potential market discontinuities.
Through this case-study style webinar, you’ll discover how Multi-Ply, a leading composite parts manufacturer, recently optimized its composite production planning with Plataine’s AI-powered solution. This webinar will detail how Plataine’s AI scheduling solution, designed specifically for composite manufacturing, minimizes delays, optimizes resource allocation and drives higher throughput. You’ll hear directly from Multi-Ply’s team about their journey to digitize planning and create accurate, large-scale production plans in minutes. Learn how automated scheduling allowed them to overcome the unique challenges of composite manufacturing, improving production accuracy, managing bottlenecks and optimizing factory resources. Gain actionable insights to automate your composite production planning, increase plan accuracy, respond quickly to production issues and leverage simulations supporting strategic decisions and growth in composites.
Understanding the complexities of curing prepregs is crucial in composite material research. This study offers an in-depth exploration of prepreg cure failure modes drawing upon the capabilities of an encapsulated specimen rheometer that meets ASTM D7750. Central to the investigation are five determinants (out time, temperature, ramp rate, pressure and layup orientation) and their effects on a select grade of prepreg. By examining these parameters, the study highlights the optimal conditions and presents insights into cure states and viscosity levels, aiming to further the reliability and performance of composite materials.
Space Symposium, held at The Broadmoor and Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA, has brought together space leaders from around the world to discuss, address, and plan for the future of space since the inaugural event in 1984. Attendees at that original event numbered 250 space enthusiasts. Space Symposium has become widely known as the premier U.S. space policy and program forum and as the must-attend event for information and interaction among all sectors of space. Called the National Space Symposium for the first 29 years, the event was renamed in 2014 to Space Symposium to reflect the event’s truly global profile.
From April 8-10, WindEurope’s annual on- and offshore wind energy event will be heading to Copenhagen for a three-day conference and exhibition. More than 10,000 attendees are expected to attend for a look at the shape of European wind energy today. There will be dozens of conference sessions, hundreds of speakers, and 400+ exhibitors from the whole value chain looking to showcase their innovations and seal new deals. The event also includes social events to reach out to new colleagues and educational sessions showcasing the ins and outs of wind energy.
Get easy access to the smart technologies and intelligent people propelling aerospace and defense manufacturing at AeroDef. See what’s coming — and what leading companies are doing to stay competitive — at the industry’s premier conference and exposition, where you’ll find integrated technology solutions from aerospace and defense manufacturing suppliers, including aerospace manufacturing, defense manufacturing, composite manufacturing, and more. You’ll also find innovative manufacturing processes and high-end educational conference sessions that can help make your business vision a reality.
Composites 2025 is an international conference that focuses on advanced technology and development of composite materials. It brings together participants from academia and industry who share an interest in Composite Materials. It is a unique opportunity for composite specialists and newcomers alike and has long been a venue where researchers and industrialists network and share with colleagues from around the world and establish long term partnership. The conference includes plenary talks, keynote and oral presentations as well as posters sessions, an exhibit area for industry partners and sponsors, and an entertaining social program.
WCX World Congress Experience provides an unmatched opportunity to see all the moving parts in today’s mobility industry — and the groundbreaking innovations that are shaping the next phase. Powered by SAE International®, the global leader in connecting and educating engineers, this event serves as the only place for the latest technology, consumer metrics, regulatory standards and technical sessions covering the entire vehicle, from hardware to software and beyond. Join your community at North America’s largest technical mobility event, and be part of the collaborative problem-solving that drives the future of your industry.
Stay up to date with the latest innovations, trends and challenges in advanced ceramics and glass. More than 30 speakers will deliver first-class sessions on a variety of topics to boost your knowledge and ensure you remain ahead of your competitors. Past sessions have covered: Solving logistics of converting to lower energy intensive processing techniques for more sustainable operations. Understanding the impact of workforce availability on business development and finding out about best solutions to implement positive growth. Understanding the impact of business growth on material and manufacturing development capabilities. Examining the development of the ceramic market in the coming years and situating the business in the most advantageous position to support and be supported by this growth.
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Jetcam’s latest white paper explores the critical aspects of nesting in composites manufacturing, and strategies to balance material efficiency and kitting speed.
Arris presents mechanical testing results of an Arris-designed natural fiber thermoplastic composite in comparison to similarly produced glass and carbon fiber-based materials.
Cevotec, a tank manufacturer, Roth Composite Machinery and Cikoni, have undertaken a comprehensive project to explore and demonstrate the impact of dome reinforcements using FPP technology for composite tanks.
Initial demonstration in furniture shows properties two to nine times higher than plywood, OOA molding for uniquely shaped components.
The composite tubes white paper explores some of the considerations for specifying composite tubes, such as mechanical properties, maintenance requirements and more.
Foundational research discusses the current carbon fiber recycling landscape in Utah, and evaluates potential strategies and policies that could enhance this sustainable practice in the region.
Composites industry insights gleaned from spending time on the road.
CW technical editor Hannah Mason shares sustainability-focused composites trade show highlights featuring maturation, scale-up, new partnerships, and new technologies in biomaterials and recycling.
Rapid Tow Sheering (RTS), commercialized by iCOMAT, enables in-plane shearing of tows to steer fibers, eliminating concern of buckled tows and wrinkles.
Plasmatreat cold plasma systems clean, activate surfaces and apply nanocoatings for dielectric barriers and more.
CompositesWorld rounds up coverage of the MFFD project over the past decade. Now complete, the MFFD illustrates numerous processes and technologies for manufacturing primary aerospace structures using thermoplastic composites.
Composite Tier 1’s long history, acquisition of stamped parts pioneer Dutch Thermoplastic Components, advances roadmap for growth in thermoplastic composite parts.
The University of Limerick and global consortium partners have discovered that carbon fiber can be produced via an inexpensive domestic microwave, exhibiting mechanical performance equivalent to that produced using conventional heating.
Kristin von Szadkowski will be presenting sustainability research programs pursued by the Volkswagen Group to establish recycling and circular economy concepts in automotive production.
Project led by the IRT Jules Verne and supported by Compositec, Stellantis, IMT Nord Europe and CMO seeks to develop composites with a low CO2 footprint and recycled material incorporation.
Partnership will lean on Airbus’s satellites and helicopters expertise, supporting innovators to advance aerospace-related projects with positive environmental impact.
EnviraMesh, tailored for heavy-duty applications, targets structural enhancement of buildings and infrastructure with reduced carbon emissions.
Multifunctional bio-based MXene@CNT/PBF nanocomposite’s high performance and reprocessability shows promise as a substitute for petroleum-based polymers.
CW’s editors are tracking the latest trends and developments in tooling, from the basics to new developments. This collection, presented by Composites One, features four recent CW stories that detail a range of tooling technologies, processes and materials.
In the Automated Composites Knowledge Center, CGTech brings you vital information about all things automated composites.
The composites industry is increasingly recognizing the imperative of sustainability in its operations. As demand for lightweight and durable materials rises across various sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, and construction, there is a growing awareness of the environmental impact associated with traditional composite manufacturing processes.
CompositesWorld’s CW Tech Days: Infrastructure event offers a series of expert presentations on composite materials, processes and applications that should and will be considered for use in the infrastructure and construction markets.
Explore the cutting-edge composites industry, as experts delve into the materials, tooling, and manufacturing hurdles of meeting the demands of the promising advanced air mobility (AAM) market. Join us at CW Tech Days to unlock the future of efficient composites fabrication operations.
Thermoplastics for Large Structures, experts explored the materials and processing technologies that are enabling the transition to large-part manufacturing.
Explore the technologies, materials, and strategies that can help composites manufacturers become more sustainable.
CompositesWorld’s Tech Days: Design, Simulation and Testing Technologies for Next-Gen Composite Structures is designed to provide a multi-perspective view of the state of the art in design, simulation, failure analysis, digital twins, virtual testing and virtual inspection.
Explore the technologies, materials and strategies used by composites manufacturers working in the evolving space market.
Explore the latest technologies and strategies involving bonding and welding, essential processes in the assembly and manufacturing of composite materials, providing reliable methods for joining components.
During this CW Tech Days event, sponsored by Composites One, experts will offer presentations to review and evaluate the composite materials, processes and applications that should and will be considered for use in the infrastructure and construction markets.
In these sessions, experts will discuss the emerging hydrogen economy and the opportunities for composites in this lucrative space.
A report on the demand for hydrogen as an energy source and the role composites might play in the transport and storage of hydrogen.
This collection features detail the current state of the industry and recent success stories across aerospace, automotive and rail applications.
This collection details the basics, challenges, and future of thermoplastic composites technology, with particular emphasis on their use for commercial aerospace primary structures.
This collection features recent CW stories that detail a range of tooling technologies, processes and materials.
Scholarship, tied to the University of Birmingham’s Space Engineering MSc course, gives international students the opportunity to prepare for a space-related career, studying materials, manufacturing and more.
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The European Space Agency (ESA, Paris, France) is funding a new scholarship that gives international students the opportunity to push the boundaries of space exploration with the University of Birmingham’s (U.K.) Space Engineering MSc.
The course gives students the opportunity to learn advanced concepts of spacecraft engineering ready for a space-related career. Now, the ESA has created an international scholarship covering tuition fees for the 1-year program, which covers the full life cycle of space missions. Studies focus on the space environment, its hazards and mitigation, as well as materials and manufacturing for space applications.
The scholarship will also create opportunities for its recipient to experience additional study support with tours of ESA facilities and related workshops. More information on how to apply for the course and the ESA scholarship can be found here.
“Thanks to the ESA, this is a great opportunity for a high-flying international student to specialize in spacecraft engineering and launch themselves into a career in this industry,” says course leader Dr. Leah Nani Alconcel. “The program gives students introduces students to spacecraft technology and engineering, giving them opportunity to specialize in the areas that align best with their career goals — for example, space weather, radar or sustainability. They also have the chance to leverage our strong industry connections —enriching their dissertation projects and establishing valuable networking opportunities to help build a career in the sector.”
The scholarship is open to students from all countries signed up to the ESA — Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the U.K., Slovenia, Slovakia, Latvia, Lithuania and Canada. The deadline for applications is Monday, July 14, 2025.
Students are taught through a blend of lectures, seminars, tutorials and project-based methods, practical laboratories, group activities and individual projects. The course covers areas such as: Advanced Space Mission Analysis and Design; Communication, Ethics and Teamwork for Space Missions; Materials and Manufacturing for Space Applications; and Space Environment. There are also options to study areas including: CubeSat Design, Satellite Communications; Space Propulsion and Power Systems; and Spacecraft Mechanical Design.
Composite materials — with their unmatched strength-to-weight ratio, durability in extreme environments and design versatility — are at the heart of innovations in satellites, propulsion systems and lunar exploration vehicles, propelling the space economy toward a $1.8 trillion future.
Tests versus stainless steel tubing show 10 times faster chill down, fuel flow in 2 seconds and less boil-off for significantly faster fueling and refueling of LH2-powered space vehicles, aircraft and trucks.
CIRA uses patented parallel winding, dry fiber, silicone tooling and resin infusion to cut labor for lightweight, heavily loaded space applications.
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