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05/27/2026

Designing Composite Components That Survive Years of Real-World Use

Designing Composite Components That Survive Years of Real-World Use Designing a composite component that performs well in testing is one thing. Designing one that…

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05/27/2026

Why Prototype Performance Doesn’t Always Match Field Performance

 Why Prototype Performance Doesn’t Always Match Field Performance A composite component may perform perfectly during prototype testing and still struggle once deployed in the…

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05/27/2026

When One Composite Component Replaces an Entire Assembly

 When One Composite Component Replaces an Entire Assembly Many engineered systems evolve into complex assemblies over time. A bracket holds a housing. The housing…

From the Field

05/27/2026

How Composites Are Reshaping the Future of Sporting Goods

How Composites Are Reshaping the Future of Sporting Goods Sporting equipment has always been influenced by materials innovation. Wood gave way to aluminum. Aluminum…

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05/27/2026

When Should You Choose Composite Instead of Metal?

When Should You Choose Composite Instead of Metal? One of the most common questions engineers ask when evaluating materials is simple. Should this component…

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04/22/2026

From the Field: When Off-the-Shelf Parts Can’t Compete with Custom Molding

When Off-the-Shelf Parts Can’t Compete with Custom Molding Standard components solve many problems. But in demanding environments, off-the-shelf parts do not always meet the…

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04/22/2026

Engineer’s Edge: The Fiber Volume Factor: Why It Quietly Determines Composite Performance

The Fiber Volume Factor: Why It Quietly Determines Composite Performance Composite materials are often defined by the fibers they contain. Carbon fiber, glass fiber,…

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04/22/2026

Ask Our Engineers: How Do You Know When Composite Creep Becomes a Problem?

How Do You Know When Composite Creep Becomes a Problem? Creep is one of the more subtle challenges engineers encounter when designing composite components.…

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04/22/2026

From the Field: What High-Pressure Applications Teach You About Composite Design

What High-Pressure Applications Teach You About Composite Design High-pressure environments reveal weaknesses quickly. Components used in energy and industrial systems often experience extreme loads,…