Fiber or Iron?

In many industries considering the performance, weight and costs of materials and designs are closely connected to being able to meet program goals. In Aerospace, for example, weight penalties often motivate exploring different materials, designs and manufacturing process to determine the trade-offs and choices. Usually aluminum, titanium and composite fiber are considered, but as new alloys and materials are developed other options may arise. Just as a healthy body occasionally needs more iron or fiber, a good Aerostructure program often needs to reassess how it can perform better. By comparing metal to composites and optimizing composite design options companies can explore unique designs and manufacturing approaches that will reduce weight and possibly increase performance. By combining our composites subject matter expertise, optimization software and the ever-increasing power of computing, you can determine if you need more fiber in your project.