RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

• 1 Heat-transfer composite could allow more powerful electronics
• 3 Bullet proof vests madefrom cement
• 3 Microcrystalline cellulose to partially replace silica as reinforcing filler in tyres
• 4 Chicken feathers show potential

CONSTRUCTION

• 5 Concrete columns reinforced with glass fibre make buildings sturdier

MARINE

• 6 Polymer-based foam introduced

AEROSPACE

• 6 Cork composites to be developed for aeronautics
• 7 AIT wins tooling contract for Learjet 85 programme

MANUFACTURING

• 7 Lamination press to develop composites combining polyetheretherketone films
• 8 Pressure indicating sensor film for resin transfer moulding process

WIND ENERGY

• 8 Carbon fibre-reinforced polymer-based technology to be developed

MATERIALS

• 9 Bio-based resins launched
• 10 High-temperature mouldingepoxy launched

COMPANY NEWS

• 10 Owens Corning licenses reinforcement technology

PRODUCTS

• 10 Bio-based sustainable products

AUTOMOTIVE

• 12 Glass fibre-reinforced polycarbonate blend for automotive applications
• 12 Nanocomposite could help automakers meet fuel efficiency standards

This back issue is available for immediate download in PDF format. Prices: £40.83, $75.85 or €58.35