The history of modern composites started after the Second World War, with the pioneers and a fair number of small processors using open-mould technology to manufacture the first composite parts. We ...

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Industry pioneer discusses divergent visions, consolidation and growth in Asia, doubling market share and tells a composites sustainability story.

Graphene, first isolated and characterized in 2004 by researchers at the University of Manchester (Manchester, U.K.) who used adhesive tape to separate graphite into individual layers of carbon, won ...

It is reported that the current annual production of composite materials in the world has exceeded 550 million tons; the annual turnover is more than $ 130 billion. Today the world’s composite market ...

At JEC World 2026, Syensqo demonstrates how its advanced composite technologies are accelerating high-rate manufacturing, ...

Composite materials are engineered by fusing different materials, typically consisting of a matrix (a polymer, metal, or ceramic) and a reinforcement (such as fibers, particles, or flakes) that ...

Fuel efficiency becomes a crucial motivator in the rapid development of innovative lightweight materials, as it accounts for up to 50% of direct operating expenses. In less than a generation, ...

Nanomaterials, defined by their dimensions at the nanoscale, have rapidly emerged as crucial components in advancing composite systems and biomedical technologies. Their unique structural, chemical, ...

Discover Airtech at JEC 2026 showcasing sustainable materials and innovative 3D printing solutions for aerospace and automotive.

Researchers have developed a new type of laminate that changes color as soon as the material is deformed. This way, the materials researchers can kill two birds with one stone: a lightweight composite ...