A frequently cited statistic for Boeing's newest clean-sheet aircraft, the 787 Dreamliner, is that it is composed of 50% ...
General aviation aircraft, large commercial jets and wind turbines are vulnerable to lightning strike. FAA-certified aircraft, for example, are typically struck once or twice a year. Unlike their ...
Composite reinforced concrete and steel structures have emerged as a promising solution in seismic design, combining the compressive strength and durability of reinforced concrete with the tensile ...
The NORDAM Interiors and Structures Division has manufactured its 20,000th composite window frame for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. This product is the first-ever composite window frame for a commercial ...
Initiatives such as the Shift2Rail European programme are encouraging research into innovative rail product solutions with the aim of doubling the capacity of the European rail system, increasing its ...
A tubular, open-truss-structured bike-frame tube that requires less material than conventional solid carbon tubes, reducing material cost. A finished bike frame as stiff as that possible with aluminum ...
Germany’s chemical giant BASF and China’s Worldlight Material signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly strengthen the technology and product innovation of both parties in the field of ...
“AREVO DNA™” Digital Composites Manufacturing Technology Represents a Breakthrough for the Global Bicycle Industry and Other Sectors MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AREVO, the Silicon Valley ...
For a competitive cyclist, carbon fiber is an important way to shed some unnecessary weight in a bike’s frame. However, this benefit comes at the cost of durability. While aluminum and other metals ...