Amanda Jacob

The top 10 composites stories of 2009

News

News stories.

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner completed its first flight in December. Our feature reviewing the history of the 787 programme was the most viewed article on our website during 2009.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner completed its first flight in December. Our feature reviewing the history of the 787 programme was the most viewed article on our website during 2009.

Feature articles

  1. Boeing's 787: trials, tribulations and restoring the dream;
  2. Carbon fibre composites poised for dramatic growth;
  3. New prepreg materials offer versatility, top performance;
  4. Recycling carbon fibre composites;
  5. Filament winding spins light, strong composite structures with precision.

News stories

  1. Automating wind turbine blade manufacture;
  2. Gulfstream tests composite aircraft wing;
  3. Boat built using carbon nanotube-enhanced prepreg;
  4. Advanced Composite Cargo Aircraft makes first flight;
  5. FRP corrosion protection process for pipes and tanks.

What do you think?

Are these among your top stories of 2009? What were your highlights of the year? Let us know.