Opened in 2016, the center supports the development of new materials that help product designers, developers and manufacturers across industries overcome a broad range of challenges.
In an effort to grow the composite manufacturing cluster in Rhode Island, a $125,000 federal grant was recently given by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to the Rhode Island Marine Traders Association.
Drying is a necessary step in the processing of all ceramic products and components, whether it takes place as a separate step or is a preliminary step in the firing process. Ceramics are made from different combinations of materials that can be in slurry form or even more liquid, in the case of slip-cast ware at the start of the fabrication process.
Increasing production of composites-rich commercial and regional aircraft, along with the development of new composite applications in different industries, are major growth drivers for the testing market in the composites industry.
The global composites testing market was reportedly valued at $1.2 billion in 2016 and is projected to witness a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2% over the next five years to reach $1.9 billion in 2022.
The global ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) market in aircraft engines offers an exceptional growth opportunity during the forecast period of 2017 to 2022.
This weekly roundup highlights the ceramic, glass, refractories, brick and related news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.
This weekly roundup highlights the ceramic, glass, refractories, brick and related news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.
The most popular feature articles of the past year focus on high-tech applications, such as aerospace and electronics, and processes like additive manufacturing.
Ceradyne reportedly distinguished itself by finding innovative ways to create cost efficiencies and improve quality assurance for producing ceramic missile radome material in the Clarkston, Ga., facility.
Raytheon has recognized Ceradyne, Inc., a 3M company, with an EPIC Supplier Excellence Award for its outstanding performance, innovation and collaboration on U.S. Department of Defense projects.