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Cold spray is one of the fastest metal additive manufacturing (AM) production techniques in the world. It offers an effective method for applying unique coatings and making repairs with similar or dissimilar metals. It eliminates heat affected zones and can be used on heat sensitive materials. It is an environmentally friendly process, particularly when compared...

Continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites (CFRTPCs) are strong, light, inexpensive, recyclable, and easy to shape. These attributes make CFRTPCs highly attractive for manufacturing use in the aerospace, automotive, and energy industries. EWI associates Jeff Ellis, Miranda Marcus, and Matt Nitsch have recently validated through-transmission laser welding (TTLW) as an effective joining method for thermoplastic composites....

EWI is pleased to welcome Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation to EWI membership. The company designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services, and supports advanced business-jet aircraft. Headquartered in Savannah, GA, Gulfstream is a subsidiary of General Dynamics.