The possibility of a new alumina-based metamaterial that can be used in industries like building construction and aerospace is being tested by a team of researchers.
The market is reportedly driven by the rising demand for aerospace adhesives and sealants from OEMs and MROs in the commercial, military, and general aviation sectors.
September 5, 2017
The aerospace adhesives and sealants market is projected to grow from $732 million in 2017 to $954.7 million by 2022.
In addition to leading Sylmar plant operations, Hood is responsible for partnering with PPG’s aerospace transparencies engineering and business platform teams.
August 24, 2017
PPG has named Mark Hood plant manager of its Sylmar, Calif., aerospace transparencies facility, with Steve Kight to succeed him as global market director for general aviation transparencies.
Researchers are working on a new method that could pave the way to a new design in ceramic coatings.
August 23, 2017
Currently, the researchers are working on a way to test the predictability of protective ceramic thermal barrier coatings used in jet engine turbine blades to better determine an estimated expected lifespan of the turbine blades.
Millikin succeeds John Sands, who retired after a 32-year career.
July 28, 2017
PPG recently announced that it has named Sam Millikin global platform business director for aerospace sealants and packaging and a member of PPG’s aerospace business leadership team.
Researchers are experimenting, using gecko feet as their inspiration, in designing a robotic gripper for a new solution to help clean up in space more efficiently.
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