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Joining the podcast this week is Bruce King, an engineer, author, filmmaker, and one of the leading voices in sustainable and bio-based building materials. He is the author of the book Build Beyond Zero: New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture.  Bruce spent more than 45 years in structural engineering, working on everything from high-rise buildings to resort projects, […] The post Beyond Concrete: Bio-Composites, Algae-Based Cement, and New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Beyond Concrete: Bio-Composites, Algae-Based Cement, and New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture appeared first on Composites Weekly.

Joining the podcast this week is Rush LaSelle, CEO of Fathom Digital Manufacturing.Rush is a veteran leader in advanced manufacturing with more than 30 years of experience scaling digital manufacturing, automation, and additive technologies across aerospace, defense, healthcare, and industrial markets.  His expertise spans additive manufacturing, automation, robotics, advanced materials, and mission-critical manufacturing operations, giving him a […] The post AI, Automation, and the Future of U.S. Manufacturing: Interview with Rush LaSelle first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post AI, Automation, and the Future of U.S. Manufacturing: Interview with Rush LaSelle appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Kyle Jordan joins the show to share some updates on the ACMA’s Certified Composites Technician programs. Kyle is Director of Certifications with the ACMA. He’ll be discussing some of the new digital training options launched over the last couple of months, including those for CCT recertification.  You can learn more about these […] The post The Future of Composites Workforce Training – Updates from Kyle Jordan of ACMA first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post The Future of Composites Workforce Training – Updates from Kyle Jordan of ACMA appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Anna Brady-Estevez, PhD, joins the show. She is the founding partner of American Deep Tech, a technology investment firm that focuses on aerospace & space tech, energy, AI, biotech, and more.  Anna has served as a Program Director at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), where she led the Small Business Innovation Research portfolio […] The post Funding Innovators in AI & Deep Tech: Interview with Anna Brady-Estevez first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Funding Innovators in AI & Deep Tech: Interview with Anna Brady-Estevez appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode,  David J. Neivandt and Greg Simms join the show to discuss their research work developing a sustainable, biodegradable composite material derived from waste lobster shells and a natural binder, engineered for high mechanical performance. Collaborating with the Advanced Structures and Composites Center at UMaine, their team has established a pilot-scale production line […] The post A Biodegradable Structural Composite Made from Lobster Shells? first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post A Biodegradable Structural Composite Made from Lobster Shells? appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Ollie Taylor and Alessandro Stagni join the podcast to discuss the MarineShift360 Impact Accelerator program. It’s a year-long initiative equipping marine organizations with lifecycle assessment expertise and access to an industry-wide sustainability network. Ollie is the Founder of Marine Futures and the program director of Marine Shift 360. Alessandro is the Chief Technology Officer at nlcomp (Northern Light Composites).  Three companies were selected […] The post Redefining Marine Composites Lifecycle: A Closer Look at the MarineShift360 Impact Accelerator Program first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Redefining Marine Composites Lifecycle: A Closer Look at the MarineShift360 Impact Accelerator Program appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Professor Hatsuo Ishida, PhD of Case Western Reserve University, joins the show to discuss the development of next-generation composite materials engineered for deep-space travel. He shares the origin of their work with ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) with hydrogen-rich polybenzoxazine resins, and how these materials have been engineered into composites that integrate […] The post ISS Tested Composites for Low Earth Orbit and Deep Space Travel first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post ISS Tested Composites for Low Earth Orbit and Deep Space Travel appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, researchers Caitlin Howell and Mehdi Tajvidi from the University of Maine join the show to discuss their research in developing a fully bio-derived composite coating that is grown, not manufactured. By combining edible fungal mycelium with cellulose nanofibrils, they have developed a barrier coating that can be formed directly on paper and textiles through a low-energy process. The […] The post Bio-Derived Barrier Coatings: A New Frontier in Sustainable Composites first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Bio-Derived Barrier Coatings: A New Frontier in Sustainable Composites appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Teong Tan, Arclin's Chief Research Officer, joins the podcast to discuss Arclin’s $1.8 billion acquisition of DuPont's aramid business, adding the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands to its portfolio. Teong leads the company's innovation agenda with a focus on strategic growth, talent development, and high-performing teams.  The post Discussing Arclin's $1.8 Billion Acquisition of DuPont's Aramids Business (Kevlar® & Nomex® brands) first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Discussing Arclin’s $1.8 Billion Acquisition of DuPont's Aramids Business (Kevlar® & Nomex® brands) appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, John Kehoe of Boaz Partners joins the show. Boaz isn't your typical recruiting firm. They operate as strategic partners, using a proven, deeply embedded process to understand business goals, culture, and long-term objectives before ever presenting a candidate. In this conversation, we unpack what separates great hiring organizations from the rest, why so many […] The post What Most Companies Miss When Hiring Industry Leaders – Interview with John Kehoe first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post What Most Companies Miss When Hiring Industry Leaders – Interview with John Kehoe appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Aaron Fitzgerald, CEO of Mars Materials, joins the show. Carbon fiber has long been a cornerstone of aerospace and defense, but the reality is, the supply chain behind it is anything but secure. Today, much of the world's high-performance carbon fiber depends on globally concentrated precursor production, leaving critical industries exposed at a time […] The post Material Sovereignty: The Race to Reinvent Carbon Fiber first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Material Sovereignty: The Race to Reinvent Carbon Fiber appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Krishnan Veluswamy, Ph.D., joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming Demo Day at Fibers and Composites Manufacturing Facility (FCMF). Krishnan is an Assistant Professor, Mechanical, Aerospace & Biomedical Engineering Department, and affiliated with Fibers and Composites Manufacturing Facility, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN. This upcoming event on Wednesday, March 25th, will provide […] The post Previewing UTK and IACMI Demo Day at Fibers and Composites Manufacturing Facility (FCMF) first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Previewing UTK and IACMI Demo Day at Fibers and Composites Manufacturing Facility (FCMF) appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, we're looking at a project that could say a lot about where advanced manufacturing is headed next. America Makes has awarded UDRI $450,000 for its AACAMS (Affordable and Agile Composite Additive Manufactured Structures) project, focused on pushing forward the integration of additive manufacturing and advanced composites for aerospace and defense. The DOD […] The post Discussing the America Makes Composites CFAM Project with Steven Floyd and Clark Patterson first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Discussing the America Makes Composites CFAM Project with Steven Floyd and Clark Patterson appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, we feature several interviews from day two of JEC World 2026, including some Innovation Award winners and Startup Booster finalists.  These include interviews with: The post Interviews From Day 2 at JEC World 2026 first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Interviews From Day 2 at JEC World 2026 appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, we feature several interviews from day one of JEC World 2026, including some Innovation Award winners and Startup Booster finalists.  These include interviews with: The post Interviews from Day 1 at JEC World 2026 first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Interviews from Day 1 at JEC World 2026 appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this latest episode, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group joins the podcast. Lisa is one of the most respected voices in manufacturing strategy, supply chain transformation, and SIOP. She's the author of a recently released book titled AI & Advanced Technologies in Manufacturing, where she explores how manufacturers are using AI and advanced analytics to drive real, […] The post Where AI Is Actually Delivering Value in Manufacturing Supply Chains first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Where AI Is Actually Delivering Value in Manufacturing Supply Chains appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Bryan Hassin, CEO of DexMat, joins the show to discuss Galvorn – a next-generation conductive material designed for high-performance, weight-constrained applications across aerospace, defense, automotive, and data infrastructure. Their latest funding marks a transition point for the company, from deep materials R&D into production scale and customer qualification. Bryan has spent his career working at […] The post Introducing Galvorn: The Lightest, Strongest and Most Conductive Material on the Planet first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Introducing Galvorn: The Lightest, Strongest and Most Conductive Material on the Planet appeared first on Composites Weekly.

Self-healing composites have been talked about for years, but sometimes a piece of research comes along that looks meaningfully different. This week, Andy Tomaswick, a science journalist, joins the show to discuss his recent article, “The Composite That Heals Itself 1,000 Times.“ It highlights a self-healing composite material developed by researchers at North Carolina State University […] The post This New Composite Heals Itself (1,000 Times) first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post This New Composite Heals Itself (1,000 Times) appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Nancy Hairston, CEO of MedCAD joins the show to discuss their innovative approach to the design and production of patient-matched medical devices using additive manufacturing. They’ve recently produced 3D-printed implants for wounded Ukrainian soldiers, an application where speed and accuracy can be life-changing. Their approach is 100% patient-customized, with every implant and […] The post From Scan to Surgery: 3D-Printed Implants for Injured Soldiers in Ukraine first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post From Scan to Surgery: 3D-Printed Implants for Injured Soldiers in Ukraine appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Marty Johnson, VP of Product and Technical Fellow at 3D Systems, joins the show to take a clear-eyed look at additive manufacturing materials—what they can do, what they can't, and what engineers should realistically expect when composites and filled materials enter the 3D-printing conversation. Marty brings a mechanical engineering first perspective to additive manufacturing, cutting […] The post Discussing the Engineering Boundaries of Additive Manufacturing – Interview with Marty Johnson of 3D Systems first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Discussing the Engineering Boundaries of Additive Manufacturing – Interview with Marty Johnson of 3D Systems appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, we're joined by Kjirstin Breure, President and CEO of HydroGraph—a company that may finally be turning graphene from a promise into a product. For more than a decade, graphene has been called a wonder material, but most producers struggled with impurities, inconsistency, and the inability to scale. HydroGraph has taken a different path—developing a […] The post Graphene at Scale: How HydroGraph Is Solving Graphene's Biggest Problem first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Graphene at Scale: How HydroGraph Is Solving Graphene’s Biggest Problem appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Thomas Lepretre joins the show to talk about JEC World 2026. Thomas is Vice President of Events, Sales & Operations at JEC Group. We’ll be discussing what’s in store for this year’s big show in Paris, March 10-12. If you plan to attend, don’t forget to use the mobile app, an all-in-one networking tool designed […] The post From Innovation to Industry: A Preview of JEC World 2026 with Thomas Lepretre first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post From Innovation to Industry: A Preview of JEC World 2026 with Thomas Lepretre appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Daniel Murphy, founder of Alcove Media, joins the podcast. His company helps companies turn trade shows from expensive branding exercises into measurable revenue engines. Daniel works closely with technology companies that invest heavily in expos but struggle to connect booth traffic to real sales outcomes. In this conversation, Daniel breaks down why most trade shows […] The post Trade Show ROI Explained: Lead Generation, Sales Strategy, and Follow-Up first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Trade Show ROI Explained: Lead Generation, Sales Strategy, and Follow-Up appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Dr. Michael Murdoch joins the podcast to discuss how visual cues can act as diagnostics for material performance, and how engineers can preview color, gloss, translucency, surface texture, and material mixtures long before a physical prototype exists.  He is the head of the Integrated Sciences Academy at the Munsell Color Science Lab at […] The post Using Color Science and Digital Appearance Simulation to Improve Material Performance first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Using Color Science and Digital Appearance Simulation to Improve Material Performance appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Ryan Condron joins the podcast to discuss his vision for moving cargo containers across vast distances with zero emissions. Ryan is the CEO of Float, a company working to build the next generation of aerial freight systems—fusing hydrogen-powered carbon fiber blimps with quadcopter, agility to move cargo containers across vast distances with zero emissions. […] The post Reimagining Cargo Logistics Through Hydrogen-Powered Carbon Fiber Blimps first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Reimagining Cargo Logistics Through Hydrogen-Powered Carbon Fiber Blimps appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Dr Robert Brüll, founder and CEO of FibreCoat, joins the show to discuss their strategic partnership with Lofith Composites to develop next-generation thermoplastic composites for space. This partnership joins FibreCoat's expertise in fibre coatings with Lofith's thermoplastic tape and composite manufacturing. Together, the companies will integrate FibreCoat's coated fibres into Lofith's recyclable, high-performance composites to produce […] The post Developing TPC Materials for Extreme Conditions in Space: Interview with Robert Brüll, CEO of FibreCoat first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Developing TPC Materials for Extreme Conditions in Space: Interview with Robert Brüll, CEO of FibreCoat appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Michael Campbell, president of ACD Consulting, a division of Coltala Aerospace, joins the podcast. Right now, the U.S. aerospace and defense sector is in the middle of a surge — and with it comes a nationwide race for engineering talent.  A recent McKinsey study shows the Aerospace and Defense workforce has grown to […] The post How ACD's Embedded Engineers Are Changing the Way Aerospace Teams Work first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post How ACD's Embedded Engineers Are Changing the Way Aerospace Teams Work appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Roy Silvas, Business Development Director at Enduro Composites joins the podcast. We’ll discuss where composites fit in the rapidly expanding data-center ecosystem, what adoption barriers still exist, and how the next generation of facilities could benefit from smarter material choices. Roy brings a wealth of experience from the infrastructure and industrial sectors, and […] The post Integrating Composites Into Tomorrow's Data Centers – Interview with Roy Silvas first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Integrating Composites Into Tomorrow's Data Centers – Interview with Roy Silvas appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Dr. Valentyn S. Volkov joins the show to discuss how AI is being used to generate new materials. Dr. Volkov is ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide, with over 260 publications and more than 8,000 citations. He is also the founder of XPANCEO, a Dubai-based deep tech company developing the world's […] The post How Scientists Are Using AI to Predict and Generate New Materials first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post How Scientists Are Using AI to Predict and Generate New Materials appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, we’ll explore the world of printable biomaterials, designed to heal the human body more quickly and safely. Our guest is Robert Joyce, founder of FibreTuff, a company developing a new class of bio-based composites—including a unique PAPC + Nylon 66 “alloy” that could redefine how we approach bone repair and tissue integration.  FibreTuff's material […] The post FibreTuff Technology: The Latest in 3D Printable Biocompatible Materials first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post FibreTuff Technology: The Latest in 3D Printable Biocompatible Materials appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Rob Glenn of Forza joins the show. In business since 1979, Forza is a family-owned adhesive, sealant & specialty tape manufacturer based in the US. They supply the global industry with superior, high-performing, customized products. You can learn more by visiting https://forzabuilt.com.  The post Solving the Industry's Toughest Adhesive Problems – Interview with Rob Glenn of Forza first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Solving the Industry's Toughest Adhesive Problems – Interview with Rob Glenn of Forza appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Brittany Greer, executive director of Rosie Riveters, joins the podcast to discuss their work in preparing the the generation of workers with the skills needed to succeed alongside AI. Their organization works very closely with the manufacturing industry with a particular focus on preparing the workforce of tomorrow.  They work to close the gaps […] The post AI in Manufacturing: Adapting the Workforce of Tomorrow first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post AI in Manufacturing: Adapting the Workforce of Tomorrow appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Joe Steele of LIFT joins the podcast to share some recent news. Their organization has been awarded a contract to accelerate the development of ceramic-based materials for use in industrial and defense applications. This new four-year, $9 million “Critical Materials Processing” program will advance the state of technology and readiness for ceramics, ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), […] The post Accelerating Readiness: LIFT's $9 Million Push to Advance Ceramics and CMCs first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Accelerating Readiness: LIFT's $9 Million Push to Advance Ceramics and CMCs appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Cindy Squires joins me to highlight Composites Evolution taking place October 22-23 in Knoxville, TN. This event brings together leading manufacturers, suppliers, and technical experts to explore practical, profitable solutions to the EPA's new styrene regulations. This focused, forward-looking conference will show you how to turn compliance into a competitive advantage – […] The post The Future of Open Molding and Filament Winding – Highlighting Composites Evolution 2025 first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post The Future of Open Molding and Filament Winding – Highlighting Composites Evolution 2025 appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, we’ll be featuring several interviews from day two at CAMX 2025, including:  The post CAMX 2025 Interviews – Part 2 first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post CAMX 2025 Interviews – Part 2 appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, we’ll be featuring several interviews from CAMX 2025, including:  The post CAMX 2025 Interviews – Part 1 first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post CAMX 2025 Interviews – Part 1 appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Cindy Squires and Rebekah Stacha join the podcast to discuss CAMX 2025, taking place in just over a week in sunny Orlando, FL (September 8-11). CAMX is the largest, most comprehensive composites and advanced materials event in North America. It offers a robust education program and an expansive exhibit hall with hundreds of manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. […] The post Highlighting CAMX 2025 with Cindy Squires & Rebekah Stacha first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Highlighting CAMX 2025 with Cindy Squires & Rebekah Stacha appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Jamey Embree and Ken Biscorner from L&L Products join us to discuss their work in bringing L&L’s extensive expertise to solutions for the aerospace, construction, sporting goods, and emerging mobility industries.  L&L Products is well-known in the automotive space for developing innovative solutions that help OEMs create lighter, stronger, and quieter vehicles, but they also provide high-performance solutions for […] The post Bonding, Reinforcement & Beyond: L&L Products' Role in Advanced Aerospace, Transportation and Construction first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Bonding, Reinforcement & Beyond: L&L Products’ Role in Advanced Aerospace, Transportation and Construction appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Brian Fitzgerald joins the podcast to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the factory floor by predicting machine and equipment failures before they occur—boosting efficiency, increasing production uptime, and cutting downtime costs. Brian is the Chief Growth Strategist at Augury, a manufacturing technology leader valued at over $1 billion. Their platform is […] The post AI in Manufacturing: Predicting Failures, Preventing Downtime first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post AI in Manufacturing: Predicting Failures, Preventing Downtime appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Edward Crawford and Rick Armstrong of Coltala Aerospace join me to discuss Evans Composites’ accelerated growth in aircraft repair operations under Coltala Aerospace.  Evans Composites has experienced transformative growth this past year, powered by Coltala Aerospace's precision integration strategy. Evans Composites’ workforce has doubled in size. This momentum has brought alignment and strength to Evans, driving significant gains in operational […] The post How Coltala Aerospace Turned Evans Composites Into a Mission-Critical Force first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post How Coltala Aerospace Turned Evans Composites Into a Mission-Critical Force appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Dr. Michael Ponting joins the podcast to talk about his work on nanolayered metamaterials and polymer nanocomposites. Dr. Ponting is the Chief Science Officer at Peak with over 20 years of experience in micro and nanolayered polymer materials.  His work has enabled breakthroughs in everything from high-temperature capacitors and night vision optics to sustainable […] The post Discussing Nanolayered Materials and Their Macro-Scale Benefits with Dr. Michael Ponting first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Discussing Nanolayered Materials and Their Macro-Scale Benefits with Dr. Michael Ponting appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Derek DeGeest discusses Nitrotherm Spray– a patented spray technology system that replaces conventional compressed air with heated, ionized nitrogen as the spray carrier. Nitrogen is cleaner and atomizes more effectively, Reducing spray pressures by approximately 20% and allowing more precisely controlled spray patterns. The post Nitrotherm Spray: A Breakthrough in Gelcoat Application Technology -Interview with Derek DeGeest first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Nitrotherm Spray: A Breakthrough in Gelcoat Application Technology -Interview with Derek DeGeest appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Harrison Langley, CEO of Modular Brands, joins the podcast to discuss their core technology: LiteSIP®, a proprietary, ultra-lightweight panel system made from fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) skins bonded to high-performance foam cores. Their panels deliver unmatched strength, insulation, and resilience, outperforming traditional SIPs, wood framing, and metal panels. You can learn more at https://www.litesip.com.  The post Building Stronger, Energy Efficient Homes with LiteSIP Composite Technology – Interview with Harrison Langley first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Building Stronger, Energy Efficient Homes with LiteSIP Composite Technology – Interview with Harrison Langley appeared first on Composites Weekly.

IACMI CEO Chad Duty joins the podcast to discuss their big event next week in Dayton, OH.  The IACMI Members Meeting will celebrate a decade of innovation and a future of impact as it brings together top leaders in composites, manufacturing, and workforce development. Attendees will dive into groundbreaking research, discover the latest DOE-funded technical projects, […] The post IACMI at 10: Discussing Next Week's Members Meeting with IACMI CEO Chad Duty first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post IACMI at 10: Discussing Next Week’s Members Meeting with IACMI CEO Chad Duty appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Dan Neumann joins the podcast to discuss last week’s Composites Fly-In in Washington, DC. This event provided a unique setting for members of our industry to meet with Members of Congress and agency leadership and educate them on the capabilities of composite materials.  The post Recapping the ACMA's Composites Fly-In with Dan Neumann first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Recapping the ACMA’s Composites Fly-In with Dan Neumann appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Justin Hamilton of Hexcel will share some of the latest news regarding their partnership with JetZero to qualify composite materials for a new “all-wing” design aircraft demonstrator. They are advancing this partnership through the FAA's Fueling Aviation’s Sustainable Transition (FAST) program, qualifying composite materials for JetZero’s all-wing design aircraft development program. The Z4 is the world's first all-wing […] The post How Hexcel and JetZero Are Revolutionizing Aircraft Design With an “All Wing” Body Demonstrator first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post How Hexcel and JetZero Are Revolutionizing Aircraft Design With an “All Wing” Body Demonstrator appeared first on Composites Weekly.

This week, Mark Stiving joins us on the podcast. Mark is the author of the recent book Selling Value: How to Win More Deals at Higher Prices.  In the last 25 years, Mark has consulted, trained and/or coached hundreds of companies, including Cisco, Procter and Gamble, Grimes Aerospace, Splunk, and Crowdstrike. Today, he works regularly with PE […] The post Interview with Mark Stiving, Author of Selling Value: How to Win More Deals at Higher Prices first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Interview with Mark Stiving, Author of Selling Value: How to Win More Deals at Higher Prices appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Kyle Jordan and Steve Kane join the podcast to discuss some updates on SpaceTEC® Partners‘ new Florida training facility and its role in preparing the next generation of composite technicians. Kyle is the director of certifications for the ACMA, and Steve is the executive director of SpaceTEC® Partners.  SpaceTEC® Partners offers Aerospace, Aviation, […] The post Building Tomorrow's Workforce: SpaceTEC's New Center and the Role of CCT Certification first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Building Tomorrow's Workforce: SpaceTEC's New Center and the Role of CCT Certification appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Professor Shu Yang and Alicia Ng of the University of Pennsylvania join me on the podcast to discuss their latest research work. Their team has successfully developed a cutting-edge method to 3D print cholesteric liquid crystal elastomers (CLCEs), opening the door to dynamic, color-changing materials that can respond to mechanical stress. This work paves the […] The post Discussing a New 3D-Printing Method That Enables Color-Changing Stress-Responsive Materials first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Discussing a New 3D-Printing Method That Enables Color-Changing Stress-Responsive Materials appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Dr. Davood Askari joins the podcast to discuss their latest research work. Davood, an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Wichita State University, leads a research team that has created a breakthrough nanocomposite material. Engineered to significantly enhance the strength, durability, multifunctionality, and performance of lightweight structures, this innovation has broad applications across industries. […] The post Wichita State Research Team Advances Composites with Helical CNTs – Interview with Dr. Davood Askari first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Wichita State Research Team Advances Composites with Helical CNTs – Interview with Dr. Davood Askari appeared first on Composites Weekly.

On this episode, Patrick Egan joins me on the podcast. Patrick is a drone expert with over 25 years of experience in unmanned aircraft and systems, including data collection, safety, RDT&E operations, and systems training course development. We’ll be discussing some recent news of Cummings Aerospace’s new 3D printed, Hellhound S3 turbojet-powered kamikaze drone, which is said to fly […] The post Discussing 3D Printed Drone Technology with UAV Expert Patrick Egan first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Discussing 3D Printed Drone Technology with UAV Expert Patrick Egan appeared first on Composites Weekly.