Written by Cliff Lester, under the supervision of Dr. Steven R. Nutt, this white paper provides an overview of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP, or carbon fiber) and looks at the advantages when compared to other materials, such as wood or metal, as well as cost factors associated with manufa

What is a Waterjet? A waterjet uses a pump to create a high pressure (up to 90,000 psi) jet of water that can cut through anything from foam to 8+” steel plate. When cutting through metal or carbon fiber, an abrasive material, such as garnet, is used to aid in the cutting process. (See the Source li

If you have ever wondered why one piece of carbon fiber might look different from another piece of carbon fiber, you’re not alone. Carbon fiber comes in many different weaves and each one serves a different purpose, and it isn’t just cosmetic. Carbon fibers are made from precursors such as poly

Elevated Materials is launching a made-to-order program for carbon fiber connectors for T slot and 80/20 aluminum framing extrusions. T slot (or T track or 80/20) aluminum framing is very popular for its versatility. Many people consider it to be the modern equivalent of an erector set for adults

For use as brackets or components, carbon fiber has several properties that give it an advantage over other materials. Carbon is lightweight corrosion resistant and stiff. Blocks can easily be tapped and milled to any geometry required. Different carbon fiber blocks can have different appearances.

There are so many options for manufacturing the surface finish on a carbon fiber panel. The surface finish you choose can make a difference in panel cost, and panel performance. The purpose of this is to explain the different surface finishes available from Elevated Materials, and when

In the fast-paced world of advanced materials, forged carbon fiber blocks (also known as forged carbon fiber billets) have emerged as an innovative material option for manufacturing 3D parts and components. These blocks offer a combination of mechanical properties and machinability that make them

Please Join Us At CAMX in Atlanta in 00Days00Hours00Minutes00Seconds Join the Elevated Materials team at CAMX – the Composites and Advanced Materials Expo – the largest, most comprehensive composites and advanced materials event in North America. Visit us at booth T49 at CAMX in Atla

In the dynamic world of manufacturing, time is often the most precious resource. For companies working with manufacturers, the time to receive a quote for a project can be a game-changer. Rapid quote turnaround times not only streamline the initial stages of a project but also set the tone for eff

Understanding Amorphous Carbon Fiber Billets Amorphous carbon fiber billets are at the forefront of material technology, offering a blend of strength, lightweight, and durability that traditional materials can scarcely match. Unlike laminate counterparts, amorphous carbon fibers do not have a regu

In the manufacturing space, agility and adaptability are paramount. Companies need to be able to pivot from rapid prototyping to large-scale production seamlessly, meeting the demands of a dynamic market. Elevated Materials excels in this arena, offering unmatched manufacturing flexibility that se

Ground mobility company Local Motors’ (Phoenix, Ariz., U.S.) autonomous electric vehicle (EV), Olli 2.0, possesses 3D-printed parts manufactured by CRP Technology (Modena, Italy) using its Windform composite materials. As additions to the original Olli 2.0 model developed by t

The RML Short Wheelbase has a classic design yet contemporary amenities (yes, including Apple CarPlay). Photo Credit: RML Contract manufacturer of racing and road cars RML (Wellingborough, U.K.) is just about to begin the production of its Short Wheelbase vehicle. The company, which plans

After three years of research and tests and a €6.5 million budget, the scientific team of IRT Saint Exupéry (Toulouse, France) research institute and members of the METEOR project (coMpEtitive ThErmOplastic pRpreg) have completed a study for the optimi

AERO Sustainable Material Technology’s (Columbus, Ohio, U.S.) partnership with the Illini Solar Car program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign helped catapult the Illini Solar Car team and its composite, solar-powered car to success during the American Solar Challen

Vestas (Aarhus, Denmark) reports that it has been delivering a blade recycling partnership solution for several wind farm operators across the U.S. In addition, the sustainable energy solutions company is open to offering the solution in more regions where local recycling infrastructure i

Hexcel (Stamford, Conn., U.S.) has announced the successful completion of a 34-meter HexPly carbon fiber prepreg mast for the Chantiers de l’Atlantique (Saint-Nazaire, France) Silenseas project. The HexPly M9.6 prepregs supplied to the Silenseas consortium’s mas

The National Composites Centre (NCC, Bristol, U.K.), with industry guidance from aerospace manufacturer Thales Alenia Space (Cannes, France), has manufactured an all-composites linerless (Type V) tank demonstrator under the SpaceTank project. It is said to be repre

MT Aerospace AG (Augsburg, Germany), a subsidiary of space and technology group OHB SE (Bremen), has reached an important milestone in the targeted development of a carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) upper stage for a future European launcher. A prototype of the high-performance CFRP

Finished hardtop is shown here on its first sea trial in Palma Bay. Photo Credit: Oyster Yachts Providing expertise in structural and cosmetic composite work in the superyacht industry, BMComposites (Palma, Spain) was contracted by Oyster Palma (Spain), on behalf o