In my August 2021 column, I introduced the composites building block approach as a step-by-step series of mechanical tests of increasing complexity, coupled with analyses performed at each step, that ...

“We first had strong results with our tank technology and now we have tubes that demonstrate fast fill and refill capabilities. The ultralight weight BHL technology being used/validated in this effort ...

This video shows tensile testing of composite tow specimens using AutoX750 Extensometer from Instron to ASTM D4018 standard from Instron. These tow specimens can prove to be difficult to test due to ...

There is no doubt that the developments in materials science over the past 20 years have opened up vast, opportunities for industry. The introduction of novel materials has allowed industry to enhance ...

Thermoplastic composite preforms for tubes, bicycle frames and beyond. French startup 3DiTex has developed a continuous process for winding complex-shaped, hollow, thermoformable preforms from ...

fueling and simulated launch cycles. The nine-month, 40-cycle series of tests, concluded Aug. 9, is part of Northrop Grumman’s ongoing partnership with NASA to help mature space technologies required ...

TULLAHOMA, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gloyer-Taylor Laboratories, Inc. (GTL), an aerospace engineering research and development company, has announced breakthrough results for its Blended Hybrid ...