Chaff Controversy
08/03/98 Environmentalists are worried about the effects of chaff on livestock and humans. Chaff consists of aluminum-coated fiberglass, and is used by military aircraft to confuse enemy radar. Cutting Machines
07/28/98 This story profiles Eastman machines, a manufacturer of automated machines for cutting fabrics.
US Losing Lead
07/07/98 The US is losing its lead in some key areas of material science, including composites. Full report. Wet Composites?
06/09/98 During a dinner at the National Air and Space Museum, the Gossomar Condor had the dubious distinction of guiding water from a roof leak into a rather sensitive area. New Composites Organization
05/20/98 The SMC Automotive Alliance (SMCAA) is being renamed the Automotive Composites Alliance (ACA) and will be structured as a division of the Composites Fabricators Association (CFA). Smart Bridges
05/01/98 Engineers at the University of Toronto are embedding fiber optics in bridges to monitor deterioration. Composite overwraps also help to extend lifetime. A Short History of the Chemical Industry
01/21/98 An interesting look at the development of the chemical industry from 1923 to 1998, from Chemical & Engineering News. Very slow loading. Smart Structures
12/02/97 A detailed look at active vibration control in a variety of structures, from buildings to mountain bikes. Nice pictures. From Science News. Composites and Civil Engineering
12/02/97 A look at the increasing use of composites in civil engineering projects. Ban Oil Drilling?
11/18/97 Some environmental groups want to halt all oil drilling in the world. This would have an effect not only on fuels but also on plastics. Free Autoclave Time
09/29/97 Fisher Research Corporation is offering free autoclave runs to test a prototype autoclave. PTC to Accelerate Integration of FiberSIM with Pro/ENGINEER
11/20/00 PTC and Composite Design Technologies have announced an extended partnership to accelerate the intergration of FiberSIM software with Pro/ENGINEER software. FiberSIM/UG Upgrade Released
10/27/00 Composite Design Technologies has released Version 3.3 of FiberSIM/UG, a composite design and manufacturing package for Unigraphics CAD systems. Nobel Prize in Chemistry
10/18/00 The Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2000 was awarded to three scientists for the discovery and development of conductive polymers. FANUC Introduces New Fiberglass Sprayer Robot and Software
10/01/00 FANUC introduced a new robot and software for automated sprayup of chopped fiberglass components. Full-Scale Product Testing
09/25/00 A series of articles from Fortune describes full-scale tests of several products, from fire-proof Nomex suits to auto safety glass to bicycle frames. Outsourcing Engineering
09/04/00 Manufacturing companies are increasingly turning to outside companies for engineering support. They aren't just looking for consultants - the outside companies take on entire engineering projects. Machining Huge Monolithic Stuctures
09/01/00 Cincinnati Machine has introduced a high-speed machining center that might make the manufacture of large metal structures from a single billet economical. Reduced part count is often cited as an advantage of composites over metals. Fiberglass Cow Stolen
08/25/00 Two men were arrested for stealing a life-size fiberglass cow from a display in New York City. World's Fastest High Speed Camera
08/15/00 A new high speed camera that operates at 200 million frames per second promises to give a new look at how materials break apart. Growth Markets for Composites
07/06/00 A new market study predicts strong growth in the structural composites market, with double digit gains in some segments. Moldflow Announces C-MOLD Upgrade
06/20/00 Moldflow has just released C-MOLD 2000.7. This new version adds several new capabilities, and can be used to model the RTM process. Monitor Molding over the Web
06/20/00 Moldflow is introducing Plastics Xpert, and Internet-based technology for remote monitoring of injection molding operations. Free Radical Discovery Honored
06/05/00 The American Chemical Society will designate Moses Gomberg's discovery of organic free radicals a National Historic Chemical Landmark. Organic free radicals are involved in the manufacture of nearly half the plastics in use today. Knowledge-Based Software Systems
06/03/00 Specialized software can help engineers design products. This example looks at a system GE engineers use to design plastic parts.
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