From Lamina to Laminate: Standardized Test Methods for Composites Shear Testing
Dan Adams | CompositesWorld
Over the decades, ASTM shear test methods, from lamina-level to multidirectional laminate-level, have continued to evolve as composite applications require higher shear strengths.
Otto Aerospace laminar flow aircraft flight test advances DARPA research into long-endurance platforms
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Conceived under DARPA’s EWA effort, the composites-intensive drone performance validates Otto’s laminar flow aerodynamics for achieving future energy-relay UAV concepts.
Rocket Lab awarded $30 million contract by Anduril for HASTE hypersonic rocket launches
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Three-time test launch serves as a testbed for Mach 5 and higher hypersonics research and rapid deployment.
Dura Composites secures King’s Awards for Enterprise accolade
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Dura’s mission to consistently manufacture low-carbon GFRP walkway systems has been consistently recognized across innovation, trade and sustainability categories.
Do228 NXT STOL demonstrator completes maiden flight
| CompositesWorld
Nearly 45 years since the original Do228 first flew, the twin-engine turboprop will undergo additional testing, while European supplier Röder Präzision GmbH begins production of key composite parts.
Rolls-Royce, easyJet complete successful 100% H2 aeroengine test for future narrowbodies
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Modified Pearl 15 engine ran on 100% H2 at full takeoff power, providing insight into H2 combustion, fuel systems and engine integration for next-gen single-aisle and UltraFan applications.
Cevotec advances robotic lamination to close automation gap in complex composite aerostructures
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Robotic lamination approaches and retrofit solutions extend automation to geometries beyond conventional AFP.
Sandvik Coromant Drill Enhances Short-Hole Drilling Versatility
| Modern Machine Shop
The expanded CoroDrill DE10 is an exchangeable‑tip drill built around a specialized pre-tension interface, enabling fast, secure tip changes and ease of use.
Extrusion 2026 Registration Opens
Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology
Register for Extrusion 2026, the premier conference for extrusion professionals, which will be held Aug. 18-19, 2026, in downtown Austin.
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APR alerta por impacto de importaciones de PET barato
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La asociación pidió medidas comerciales para proteger la capacidad instalada de reciclaje de PET frente a la sobreoferta global.
Precision Machining Expansion Holds Steady in April
Mike Shirk | Production Machining
The Precision Machining Index remained firmly in expansion at 57.4, but a mixed bag of component readings reveal changing market dynamics.
Sistema de balanceo para optimizar desempeño de herramienta
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Big Daishowa incorpora el sistema STB Aequilibria para balanceo dinámico de herramientas y mejora de estabilidad en mecanizado a alta velocidad.
Degassing Extrusion Technology for Postconsumer Recycling
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Eremas Volex technology gets optimized screw geometry for improved degassing under real world operating conditions.
6 Early DFM Decisions That Define Injection Molding Success
| Plastics Technology
Explore six key early decisions in DFM for injection molding to avoid common pitfalls, ensure production success, reduce costs and shorten timelines.
Mitutoyo Shopfloor CMM Features Temperature Compensation
| Production Machining
Mitutoyo America Corp.’s Crysta-Apex V Plus CMM is designed for shopfloor use with advanced temperature compensation technology.
Tecnología infrarroja, de Kreyenborg, optimiza reciclaje de rPET
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Kreyenborg presenta en Plastics Recycling LATAM su tecnología infrarroja para el secado y la descontaminación de rPET apto para contacto alimentario.
Farsoon Metal AM Solution Enables Precision, Thermal Management
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
Farsoon introduces its latest Fine Laser Spot metal AM solution, supporting materials such as titanium and copper alloys.The impact: optimized internal geometry improves thermal performance for applications like automotive.
Episode 68: An Interview With Kevin Biller, ChemQuest
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Kevin Biller, PCI Hall of Famer, shares insights on industry evolution, AI, robotics, EVs and what's next for this durable finishing technology.
Instron drop tower e-guide addresses simulation accuracy, material qualification demands
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Engineers and laboratory managers working with strain-rate-sensitive materials can use this guide to evaluate how tensile impact testing strengthens simulation accuracy and material qualification workflows.
Metalworking Growth Strengthens in April Despite Emerging Pressures
Mike Shirk | Modern Machine Shop
April’s rebound underscores strong activity, though supply bottlenecks and pricing pressures challenge the outlook.
Reciclaje de plásticos regresa con Plastitrueque 2026
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
Plastitrueque 2026 llegará a la UNAM para intercambiar residuos plásticos por productos básicos e impulsar la economía circular.
Hablemos de Plásticos está de regreso
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
El video pódcast técnico de referencia para la industria de la transformación de plásticos reanuda su producción con un formato renovado.