When inching along in traffic during a particularly slow morning commute, you might have wished for your car to lift off the ground and soar over the congested traffic in order to avoid the slow frustration of rush hour, a la the flying car in the classic […]
The Capabilities of Composites
Though they may sound novel, composite materials have existed as long as the Earth’s oldest forests. Tree bark, and the wood drawn from it, is in fact a composite made of long cellulose fibers held together by lignin, a natural binding agent. Alone, both […]
Replacing Metal: Cost Savings with Injection Molding
Amid supply chain shortages and increased environmental consciousness, metal replacements are becoming increasingly popular—the composite materials market alone is projected to reach USD 126.3 billion by 2026 at a CAGR of 7.5%. Making the switch away from […]
Far from Far-Fetched: CubeSats Make Space Exploration More Accessible
Imagine a distant future with commercialized space travel, advanced entertainment technology…and a complete waste catastrophe. Although this might be an oversimplified summary of the movie Wall-E, what may have once seemed like far-fetched science fiction is […]
Long-Lasting Products: Properties to Ensure Performance, Rain or Shine
When it comes to materials used in the world’s harshest conditions, corrosion and ultraviolet (UV) resistance are some of the key properties necessary to preserving long-term functionality. In pouring rains and ocean water, corrosion resistance ensures that […]
