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📢 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗙𝗣-𝗫𝗦 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺! 🏭 We are thrilled to unveil the AFP-XS, a revolutionary tool that combines the power of Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) and Filament Winding to handle thermoset, thermoplastic, and dry fiber materials. This versatile system offers unparalleled benefits, transforming how high-performance composite parts are manufactured across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and marine. Key Benefits: 🔧 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: - 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Works seamlessly with thermosets, thermoplastics, and dry fibers, providing the flexibility to choose the best material for any application. - 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘁𝘆: Perfect for handling intricate shapes and geometries, ideal for complex, contoured surfaces and cylindrical structures. 💡 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: - 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: Automated processes significantly cut down production times by up to 40% compared to manual methods. - 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Efficient material usage reduces waste, particularly beneficial for expensive materials like carbon fiber. - 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: One tool with multiple functions means lower equipment costs, reduced floor space requirements, and overall cost savings. 🔍 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: - 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Ensures precise fiber placement, resulting in stronger, more reliable composite parts with improved mechanical properties. - 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Dry fiber placement with in situ consolidation enhances toughness and failure modes for high-performance applications. 👷 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆: - 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Automation minimizes manual labor in hazardous environments, enhancing worker safety and reducing the need for consumables and protective gear. 🚀 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝘀𝗲: - 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: User-friendly design requires only basic knowledge of composites, making it accessible for smaller manufacturers. - 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗽: The AFP-XS can be operational within days, allowing for rapid production scaling. In our accompanying video, watch the AFP-XS in action as it performs winding on a Type-IV tank, showcasing its precision and efficiency. This compact plug-and-play system is set to revolutionize composite manufacturing, making it easier and more cost-effective than ever before. 🎥 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗙𝗣-𝗫𝗦 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! Embrace the future of composite manufacturing with the AFP-XS. For more information or to schedule a demo, contact us today! #composites #additivemanufacturing #AFP #automatedmanufacturing #advancedmaterials #robotics

🚀 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 🛩️ Excited to share our comprehensive guide on revolutionizing aerospace manufacturing through the transition from thermoset to thermoplastic composites! 🌟 🎯 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀: 1️⃣ Significantly faster processing times 2️⃣ Enhanced recyclability & sustainability 3️⃣ Superior impact resistance 4️⃣ Better damage tolerance 5️⃣ Improved chemical resistance 6️⃣ No material expiration concerns 💡 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: • Perfect for Urban Air Mobility (UAM) • Higher production rates • Sustainable manufacturing • Reduced waste • Lower lifecycle costs • Enhanced automation potential 🌍 Ready to transform your aerospace manufacturing? Let's discuss how we can help you make this crucial transition! 📚 Read our detailed guide: https://bit.ly/4eNDm7v What challenges do you face in composite manufacturing? Share your thoughts below! 🤔 #AerospaceManufacturing #Innovation #Composites #Sustainability #Manufacturing #TechnologyInnovation #EngineeringInnovation #UAM #FutureOfFlight #AdvancedMaterials

🔄 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹, 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗙𝗣-𝗫𝗦 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀! Why choose between thermoset and thermoplastic composites when you can master both with a single solution? The AFP-XS offers unprecedented versatility in composite manufacturing: ✨ 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: 🔹 Start with thermoset composites or dry fiber materials 🔹 Simply attach an external heating solution (flash lamp/laser) 🔹 Seamlessly transition to high-performance thermoplastics (LMPAEK/PEEK/PEKK) Whether you're experienced with thermosets and looking to explore thermoplastic composites, or planning ahead for future material capabilities, the AFP-XS adapts to your journey. No need to invest in separate systems – just add the heating module when you're ready to expand. Swipe through to see how easy it is to transform your AFP-XS from thermoset to thermoplastic processing! 👉 #CompositesManufacturing #AdvancedMaterials #IndustryInnovation #Manufacturing40 #CompositesTechnology #EngineeringInnovation #MaterialScience #AutomatedFiberPlacement

🚀 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀! 🔬 Excited to share latest research on optimizing Automated Tape Laying (ATL) for carbon fiber/PEEK composites! Recently uncovered crucial relationships between placement speed, temperature, and material properties. 🔍 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵: https://bit.ly/3B2i1sX 🎯 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 1️⃣ Optimal placement rate of 6 m/min achieved: • 2.54% void content • 1471 MPa tensile strength • 27.4% crystallinity 2️⃣ Heated tooling at 250°C delivered: • 14% increase in strength • Enhanced crystallization • Improved layer bonding 3️⃣ Post-processing results: • 0.71% void content • 1754 MPa tensile strength • 37.7% crystallinity 🔑 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: • Speed-quality optimization potential • Temperature control is crucial • Post-processing benefits quantified • Cost-performance trade-offs identified This research opens new possibilities for high-performance composite manufacturing across aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications! 🛩️🚗 💭 What's your experience with automated composite manufacturing? How do you balance speed and quality in your processes? Share your thoughts below! #CompositesManufacturing #AutomatedTapeLaying #MaterialScience #Engineering #Manufacturing #Innovation #Research #AerospaceEngineering #AutomotiveIndustry #TechnicalResearch #PEEK #CarbonFiber

🌍 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲 𝗩 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 🌍 At Addcomposites, we’re pushing the boundaries of energy storage with Type V thermoplastic tanks – the ultimate solution for lightweight, high-strength hydrogen storage and transportation. These tanks are not only stronger and lighter but also represent a more sustainable way to store energy, marking a critical step in the global energy transition towards green hydrogen. Using our advanced AFP-XS system, we manufacture these tanks on soluble molds, creating COPV (Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels) that excel in both performance and sustainability. The automated fiber placement (AFP) process ensures the highest standards of quality and efficiency in producing tanks optimized for hydrogen storage. Whether you're in aerospace, automotive, energy, or any other industry aiming to adopt hydrogen solutions, this technology could revolutionize your approach. 🔧 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆? 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆! #HydrogenStorage #TypeVTanks #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #AutomatedFiberPlacement #COPV #Addcomposites

🚀 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗼-𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀! Excited to showcase a breakthrough in automotive engineering that's transforming how we think about structural design! Watch how Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) technology creates extraordinary Ortho-grid Composite Structures that combine unprecedented strength with remarkable lightness. 🔹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆: 30% higher structural rigidity 🔹 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: 20% reduction in material usage 🔹 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲: Adaptable grid patterns for specific load requirements 🔹 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: Robot-controlled fiber placement for optimal strength 🎥 Watch our cutting-edge AFP technology in action as it precisely layers composites to create a revolutionary grid structure that's reshaping the future of automotive design. 💡 Ready to explore how Ortho-grid Composite Structures can transform your automotive applications? Let's connect and discuss the possibilities! #AutomotiveInnovation #CompositeMaterials #Engineering #LightweightDesign #ManufacturingTechnology #AFP #Composites #AutomotiveEngineering #Innovation #FutureOfAutomotive

🚀 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱 𝗔𝗙𝗣-𝗟𝗙𝗧 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆! 🔄 Excited to share our latest innovation in advanced composites manufacturing! We're revolutionizing the industry by combining Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) with traditional Long Fiber Thermoplastic (LFT) processing! 🌟 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://bit.ly/3ZdAFYo 🎯 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀: 1️⃣ 192% improvement in flexural strength 2️⃣ 129% enhancement in tensile properties 3️⃣ Maintained impact resistance 4️⃣ Strong interfacial bonding (7.52 MPa) 5️⃣ Excellent thermal stability up to 425°C 🎯 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀: • Precision reinforcement capability • Enhanced mechanical properties • Superior processing control • Scalable manufacturing • Cost-effective production • Sustainable approach This groundbreaking technology is set to transform industries from automotive to aerospace! 🚗✈️ 💡 What applications could this hybrid manufacturing approach unlock in your industry? Share your thoughts below! 🤔 #CompositeManufacturing #Innovation #Engineering #AdvancedMaterials #Manufacturing #TechnologyInnovation #MaterialScience #Automotive #Aerospace #FutureOfManufacturing

🔍 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗙𝗣: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴! 🚀 The aerospace industry is witnessing a revolutionary shift in composite manufacturing with the adoption of dry fiber tapes in Automated Fiber Placement (AFP). Here's why they're becoming the game-changer in our industry: 💡 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀: 🔹 Up to 50% reduction in manufacturing costs 🔹 Zero refrigeration requirements 🔹 Unlimited shelf life at room temperature 🔹 Enhanced process flexibility 🔹 Improved material handling 🔹 Significant reduction in volatile organic compounds (VOCs) 🌟 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 🔹 Primary aircraft structures 🔹 Space vehicles 🔹 High-performance automotive parts 🔹 Industrial components 🔹 Wind energy systems 👨🔬 Today, I had the opportunity to work with these innovative materials. The transformation from traditional prepreg to dry fiber technology represents a significant leap toward more sustainable and efficient composite manufacturing. 💭 What's your experience with dry fiber systems in AFP? Have you noticed the shift in your manufacturing operations? #CompositeMaterials #Manufacturing #Aerospace #Innovation #Sustainability #Engineering #AFP #TechnologyInnovation #AerospaceEngineering

🚀 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 3𝗗 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗮𝗱-𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵! 🔄 Exciting news in advanced manufacturing! We're revolutionizing how continuous fiber composites are 3D printed with groundbreaking Load-dependent Path Planning (LPP) technology! 🌟 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://bit.ly/3Ov1wZT 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀: 1️⃣ 96.6% stress vector alignment - unprecedented precision! 2️⃣ 80% reduction in sharp turns 3️⃣ Optimized fiber placement for maximum strength 4️⃣ Adaptive speed control for superior quality 5️⃣ Revolutionary approach to complex geometries 🎯 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀: • Superior mechanical properties • Reduced manufacturing defects • Optimized material usage • Enhanced production efficiency • Breakthrough in complex part manufacturing Ready to transform composite manufacturing? Dive into our comprehensive analysis of this revolutionary technology! 💡 What applications do you see for LPP in your industry? Share your thoughts below! 🤔 #AdvancedManufacturing #3DPrinting #CompositeManufacturing #Innovation #Engineering #Manufacturing #TechnologyInnovation #IndustryRevolution #MaterialScience #FutureOfManufacturing

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to our incredible community of 50+ AFP-XS users worldwide! Your trust and innovation have made AFP-XS not just the most affordable, but now the largest automated fiber placement system globally. Every installation, every success story, and every piece of feedback has helped shape AFP-XS into the versatile powerhouse it is today. Starting at €3,500/month, we've made advanced composites manufacturing accessible while building a collaborative ecosystem powered by AddPath. To our aerospace, defense, marine, and space partners: your commitment to excellence drives us forward. Together, we're revolutionizing composites manufacturing. New to AFP? Join our thriving community: www.addcomposites.com #CompositesManufacturing #Innovation #AFP #CommunityFirst #Manufacturing #Aerospace #Defense