Grace Nehls

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Source | Firefly AerospaceFirefly Aerospace (Cedar Park, Texas, U.S.) has been awarded a contract from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at the Edwards Air Force Base in California to develop a ceramic matrix composite (CMC) nozzle extension for applications in liquid rocket engines. This material improves rocket performance by increasing launch vehicle payload capability while reducing production costs compared to industry standard metal-based nozzle extensions.

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Source | Getty ImagesThe American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA, Arlington, Va., U.S.) has announced the publication of a new product category rule (PCR) for industrial platforms and stairways, highlighting the composites industry’s ongoing efforts to provide transparent information for builders and architects.

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Source | Toray Industries Inc. and Head SportsToray Industries Inc. (Tokyo, Japan), aligning with its efforts to contribute to the sports and recreations market, has worked with Head Sports GmbH (Kennelbach Austria and Phoeniz, Ariz., U.S.) to develop the Boom Raw tennis racquet which uses bio-circular carbon fiber. An initial announcement about this partnership in March 2024 has evolved from prototype tennis racquets and pickleball paddles to the launch of this limited-edition product.

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Source | The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC, Brussel, Belgium) has launched the “Global Wind Report 2025,” a comprehensive guide to the wind industry. GWEC’s flagship annual report is a key tool for anyone taking part in the energy transition. It provides a comprehensive overview of the wind industry’s performance in 2024 and outlines the pathway to accelerated growth.

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Haddy microfactory. Source | CEAD, HaddyHaddy (St. Petersburg, Fla., U.S.), a sustainable design and manufacturing company, has officially opened a new large-format 3D printing microfactory in Florida. The facility was realized in close collaboration with Netherlands-based large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) solutions provider CEAD  (Delft), which provided and installed the LFAM technology powering the microfactory.