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Hexcel unveils breakthrough thermoplastic component at Paris air show
Hexcel showcased a groundbreaking PEKK/carbon thermoplastics component at the Paris Air Show, developed under the HELUES project. This innovation enables high-rate, sustainable aerospace production by eliminating autoclaves and reducing assembly steps by up to 90 per cent. The one-step forming technology promises faster cycles, design flexibility, and recyclability for next-gen aircraft.
Hexcel showcased a groundbreaking PEKK/carbon thermoplastics component at the Paris Air Show, developed under the HELUES project.
This innovation enables high-rate, sustainable aerospace production by eliminating autoclaves and reducing assembly steps by up to 90 per cent.
The one-step forming technology promises faster cycles, design flexibility, and recyclability for next-gen aircraft.
