Initiatives such as the Shift2Rail European programme are encouraging research into innovative rail product solutions with the aim of doubling the capacity of the European rail system, increasing its ...

Light-weight structures are fully computationally designed and robotically fabricated. The two pavilions embody and express the strength of innovation typical for the State of Baden-Württemberg, which ...

May 7, 2005 Inflatable structures (aka airbeams) have developed rapidly in recent times, finding application in a variety of new engineering projects ranging from military tents in Iraq and ...

In this interview, AZoM talks to Lyndon Newman, Lead Engineer for Rail at TRB Lightweight Structures, about the use of TRB's composites in the Rail industry. Could you give us an overview of TRB ...

“Also disclosed are methods of making a composite utility structure component. Embodiments of the method include combining a primary matrix material and a fire resistant additive, combining the ...

TRB Lightweight Structures is a Tier 1 supplier to UK and European train builders, providing high-quality, lightweight interior solutions. This includes universal access toilet modules, structural ...

Researchers used kirigami, the art of Japanese paper cutting and folding, to develop ultrastrong, lightweight materials that have tunable mechanical properties, like stiffness and flexibility. These ...

Automation of ply kitting techniques (above) and automation of ply application (below) are some of the solutions that may enable application of affordable composites in vehicles. Dubbed 'ACOMPLICE' ...

Jim Jendusa, the founder of Hartland-based Lightweight Structures LLC, developed a lightweight composite material called FORTECO to replace the industry standards for framing floors and walls. FORTECO ...

In this interview, AZoM talks to Andrew Dugmore, Vice President of New Business Development at TRB Lightweight Structures, about the company, its assets and the future of the materials industry. Could ...