Explore the future of sustainable composites in architecture, from bio-based and recycled materials to hybrid solutions.

Researchers have created a self-healing composite that is tougher than materials currently used in aircraft wings, turbine blades and other applications—and can repair itself more than 1,000 times.

Life cycle assessments (LCA) are one tool OEMs, fabricators and suppliers can use to understand – and improve – the environmental impact of composite parts and materials. Examples shown include an LCA ...

In an approach they call 'nanostitching,' engineers used carbon nanotubes to prevent cracking in multilayered composites. The advance could lead to next-generation airplanes and spacecraft. To save on ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

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 ...

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 performance of the final product depends heavily on the degree of cure - making it critical to ensure that the reaction goes to completion for the highest quality and reliability. Achieving this ...

At Belfast 30 July-4 August, there were more than 1,100 participants, with 500 oral (in up to 14 parallel sessions) and 300 poster presentations. The industry was well represented in the plenary and ...

JEC Composites Magazine: Could you introduce NAWA Technologies to us? Antoine Saucier: Headquartered in Aix-en-Provence, France, with a second high-tech facility in Dayton, USA, NAWA is at the ...