Typically used for applications where a high strength-to-weight ratio is critical – such as aerospace, defense, advanced transportation, performance recreation, and more – 6061-T6 is a tempered version of the 6061 aluminum alloy, one of the most commonly used […]
Sustainable is Attainable: Decreasing Emissions in Aviation
In order to reduce the record-high CO2 levels in Earth’s atmosphere, the aviation industry has been tasked with decreasing emissions caused by jet fuel. Jet fuel-generated aircraft emissions are roughly composed of 70% carbon dioxide, 29% water vapor, and the […]
Adopting Sustainability Practices Today Creates a Healthier Tomorrow
Carbon Emissions and Carriers – May 2021
Carbon emissions are the topic of conversation in governmental, environmental, and societal circles, but with greater awareness and concern with regards to climate change, airliners especially are in the hot […]
A Brief History of Lightweighting in Aviation
Once upon a time, the prospect of flying was thought to be impossible. Luckily, that didn’t stop us from trying. The history of man’s quest to achieve flight extends from kites out of ancient China and drawings from da Vinci to the alleged tale of poor […]
Celebrating Women in Engineering – Alpine’s Own Marinela Peto
Talent from Across the Globe
When Alpine Advanced Materials extended a job offer to Marinela (“Nella”) Peto, little did they know the huge impact this hiring decision would have – on both the candidate and the company. In 2019, Alpine was at a pivotal […]
Wave Goodbye to Harmful Electromagnetic Waves
Electromagnetic Radiation is Like Kryptonite to Devices – March 2021
Electromagnetic radiation. What is this exactly? To the layman, it sounds like something that a villain would use against a superhero. In a way, it truly is reminiscent of comic books.
