Aerospace Prepregs with Braided Reinforcement Demonstrate Improved Production Rates, Cost
In collaboration with materials supplier Toray Advanced Composites, A&P Technology and the National Institute for Aviation Research, Joby Aviation recently conducted a time study seeking to optimize aircraft part design for high production rates, while meeting cost and sustainability targets. The project involved production of a partial wing spar and studying the manufacturing time and cost differences between two material solutions: A&P’s TX-45 continuous +/-45° braided reinforcement and Toray’s TC380/T800HB 6K traditional 0°/90° woven fabric prepreg.
A&P Technology’s QISO and IDI Composites’ Fortium SMC – BETTER TOGETHER
IDI Composites (Noblesville, IN) partnered with A&P Technology to develop a prepreg co-molding compound known as Fortium QISO – a new class of reinforcement yielding high strength and impact resistance and the ability to mold into complex geometries.
Revolutionizing Composite Manufacturing: A Closer Look at A&P Technology’s QISO
In the ever-evolving world of composite materials, A&P Technology stands out with its innovative QISO® technology. QISO® represents a significant leap forward in composite architecture, offering a triaxially braided structure that distributes material evenly in all directions by weight.
Embracing Innovation: The Evolution of Braided Fabrics in Composite Manufacturing
In the fast-paced world of composite materials, advancements are continually reshaping how manufacturers approach the production of high-performance parts. One such innovation making waves is the transition from traditional woven fabrics to braided reinforcements, particularly in the critical +/-45° orientation essential for aerospace components like wings, spars, and stringers.
A&P’s Overbraiding Capabilities Enable High Rate Production
The 30-foot overbraided Frankenstein demonstrator was designed by NIAR, A&P and Fiber Dynamics to explore more flexible manufacturing of complex composite structures.
A&P Technology Focuses on Inline Inspection of Multi-Layered Preforms to Increase Rate & Quality
A&P Technology was recently awarded an AFWERX SBIR to expedite the development of inline inspection capabilities for braided composite components for hypersonics and military aircraft.