Hexcel is one of the three major manufacturers of advanced carbon fiber and resin composite materials for the aerospace and defense industry, though it supplies a few adjacent markets as well.

New players proliferate, increasing CMC materials and manufacturing capacity, novel processes and automation to meet demand for higher part volumes and performance. As the composite industry shifts ...

Fiber-reinforced composite wing components, commonly stacked with aluminum and titanium, can challenge the machining process, including cutting tool security and final surface quality. Source (All ...

MOJAVE, Calif., April 6 XCOR Aerospace announced today successful testing of its new thermoplastic fluoropolymer composite material. NASA White Sands Test Facility located in southwest New Mexico ...

As aerospace continues its pursuit of higher performance, lower weight, and improved lifecycle efficiency, metal-to composite component conversion is a key enabler of innovation. Whether in commercial ...

The composites industry has long since evolved from a newcomer to an established industry and is now an innovation driver for many sectors. However, manual processes still dominate the production of ...

In 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic caused a heavy downswing, negatively impacting the underlying industries of composite materials (aeronautics, auto­motive, construction…). Following this, the composites ...

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Composites have been produced for millennia. The first known use of them dates back to around 3400 BC when the Mesopotamians used glued wood strips at angles to create plywood. Other early examples ...

Fueled by emerging markets and a growing demand for lightweight-yet-durable materials, the composites industry is a rising economic force. Global demand for composite-based products is growing at an ...