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EAV set out to design its natural fiber eCargo bike as a scaled down light commercial vehicle (LCV) rather than an up-engineered bicycle. Source | Electric Assisted Vehicles Ltd.
Composite leaf springs during the final quality inspection Source | SGL Carbon SGL Carbon (Wiesbaden, Germany) has reached a milestone in the history of serial production of fiber composite components by delivering its millionth composite leaf spring to Volvo Cars (Go
A recently announced project by a group of European wind and chemical industry partners has been formed to advance recycling efforts for composite wind blades. The partnership includes WindEurope (Brussels, Belgium), the European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC, Brussels, Belgium) an
Source | BFG Africa A composites manufacturing facility owned by BFG Africa (Germiston, South Africa) has opened a new composites manufacturing facility in Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa. The 9,500m2 factory is said to be the first of its kind in South Africa, producing materials
Source | Changzhou SR Tech Co. Ltd. JiangSu TiWin Composites Co. Ltd.(TiWin, Jiangsu province, China), develops composites technology both for equipment and products and consists of two subsidiaries, Chanzhou SR Tech Co. Ltd. (SR) and TiWin. SR is an equipment develope
Fig. 1. Source, all images | Boston Materials Boston Materials (BM; Bedford, Mass., U.S.) is announcing the launch of its Supercomp z-axis milled carbon fiber reinforcement products. Supercomp 1015, 1015 Sport and Supercomp 2515 prepregs target customers that require durable,
Source | Cygnet Texkimp Cygnet Texkimp (Cheshire, U.K.) is highlighting its prepreg machinery and associated fiber processing technologies for the aerospace, automotive, industrial and energy industries. The company will emphasize the reliability and speed of its prepreg techno
Lightyear (Helmond, The Netherlands) unveiled the first long-range solar car on June 25 to a select audience of investors, customers, partners and press in Katwijk, Netherlands. “This moment represents a new era of driving,” says Lex Hoefsloot, CEO and co-founder of Lighty
With the support of SGL Carbon (Wiesbaden, Germany), students at the Technical University of Munich (TUM, Munich, Germany) have developed an optimized Hyperloop prototype and presented their innovation mid-June in Munich. The Hyperloop capsule (also referred to as a “pod”) rep
In this episode of CWTalks, CW editor-in-chief Jeff Sloan interviews Achim Fischereder, director of sales and marketing for the automotive business segment at Hexcel (Stamford, Conn., U.S.). Fischereder has been at Hexcel for almost eight years, working almost exclusively on the auto
The American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA; Arlington, Va., U.S.) has released the second edition of the “ANSI Approved: FRP Composites Grating Manual for Pultruded and Molded Grating and Stair Treads,” which was prepared and developed by ACMA's Fiberglass Grating Manufa
The Orca Group (Mouscron, Belgium), specializing in elastomer coated textiles and thermoplastic multilayer films, has launched a third branch dedicated to carbon fabrics and high-tech composite materials. The branch, called the Angeloni Group, brings together Orca with
AEV Robotics’ Modular Vehicle System to use advanced materials from Teijin. Source | Teijin Teijin Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan) has announced that it has signed a joint development agreement with an Australian venture AEV Robotics (AEV, Victoria, Australia) aimed at c
Carrying a carbon‑fiber knife instantly elevates your self‑sufficiency. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or a city dweller, a carbon‑fiber blade delivers unmatched strength, durability, and a sleek aesthetic. Below are our four top picks for 2021. RELATED: Carbon Fiber Knives and Tools In this
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Carbon fiber delivers a lightweight, high‑performance finish that redefines protection and style for your Apple Watch. Below are ten compelling reasons to choose a carbon‑fiber case. RELATED: 7 Reasons Why People Love Our Carbon Fiber Sunglasses In this article: Ultra‑Lightweight Modern, High‑Tec
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When it comes to keyrings, not all carbon fiber pieces are created equal. Our hand‑picked selection of eight high‑performance keychains showcases the material’s strength, light weight, and modern aesthetic—making it hard to choose your favorite. Why Choose Carbon Fiber? Carbon fiber offers an excep
Whether you’re a Bugatti enthusiast or a curious observer, the 300th Chiron—featuring a carbon‑fiber body—represents the pinnacle of automotive craftsmanship. In this article we explore its design, performance, and the materials that make it a true hyper‑supercar. RELATED: Weds Sport Full Carbon Fib
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