Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(24)70007-1Transforming GFRP into silicon carbideMar 01, 2024Reinforced PlasticsRice University researchers develop an energy-efficient method to upcycle glass fiber-reinforced plastic (GFRP).CiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(23)70045-3New materials for future mobilityDec 01, 2023Reinforced PlasticsResearchers develop 100% self-reinforced composites for urban air mobility (UAM) and other applications.CiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(23)70042-8Reclaiming carbon fibersDec 01, 2023Reinforced PlasticsResearchers demonstrate how thermal decomposition in superheated steam helps preserve the mechanical properties of reclaimed carbon fibers.Read moreCiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(23)70036-2NASA contract to improve simulation of next-generation compositesOct 01, 2023Reinforced PlasticsAnalySwift to develop Design tool for Advanced Tailorable Composites.CiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(23)70035-0In it for the long haulOct 01, 2023Reinforced PlasticsThe UK National Composites Centre (NCC) worked with Limosaero Ltd to develop a simplified, scaled-down demonstrator of the company's solar-powered, long-endurance, low-altitude UAV.Read moreCiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(23)70029-5How composite material fastening is central to EV manufactureAug 01, 2023Reinforced Plasticsbighead, a UK company which makes fasteners for composites, explains the benefits of composite materials for a variety of EV applications.Read moreCiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(23)70012-xThermoplastic composites vs plywood: which one wins?Feb 01, 2023Reinforced PlasticsTomasz Czarnecki, COO of Belgium's EconCore, looks at how composites shape up against plywood and other materials when it comes to weight, sustainability and recyclingRead moreCiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(23)70010-6Flax fiber racing yachtFeb 01, 2023Reinforced PlasticsImproved infusion resin was required to help increase the use of flax fiber to build a racing yacht.CiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(22)70029-xTougher 3D printed compositesDec 01, 2022Reinforced PlasticsGerman 3D printing specialist AIM3D describes how its new Voxelfill 3D printing process can improve the strength of fiber-reinforced parts.Read moreCiteListenSave
Research Article10.12968/s0034-3617(22)70016-1UK's first molded FRP lock gatesAug 01, 2022Reinforced PlasticsA UK engineering company specializing in water services has installed a set of composite gates requiring less maintenance and with improved life costs.Read moreCiteListenSave