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.