Discussing 3D Printed Drone Technology with UAV Expert Patrick Egan
Composites Weekly
On this epiosde, joins me on the podcast. Patrick is a drone expert with over 25 years of experience in unmanned aircraft and systems, including data collection, safety, RDT&E operations, and systems training course development. We'll be discussing some recent news of new 3D printed, Hellhound S3 turbojet-powered kamikaze drone, which is said to fly faster than 375 mph.
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Recruiting with Precision for Specialized Industries - Interview with John Kehoe of Boaz Partners
Composites Weekly
On this episode, of joins the podcast to talk about their specialized approach to finding qualified candidates for their clients. Boaz Partners is an executive recruitment firm providing companies in the composites and advanced materials industry with custom recruiting solutions. Their partners and consultants have extensive experience working in a broad array of functional areas and have also developed unique expertise in recruiting for these types of firms and roles.
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Unlocking the Potential of Natural Fibers - Interview with Vinit Chaudhary of Elemental Composites
Composites Weekly
On this episode, , founder of Elemental Composites, joins the podcast. Elemental Composites specializes in fabricating non-woven intermediates for composite industries. Their innovative process consists of two distinct stages: (1) Unique Mixing: This process involves the deagglomeration of fiber bundles and the uniform mixing of various types of fibers. (2) Dry-laid Technique: The mixing stage material is utilized as feedstock material to transform into nonwoven preforms. Vinit earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of...
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Unlocking the Power of Natural Wood for Sustainable Composites - Interview with Andres Mitnik
Composites Weekly
On this episode, Andres Mitni, CEO and Co-founder of joins the show. This technology company is creating lightweight structural solutions that fuse the sustainability of wood with the performance and productivity of advanced composites. Their new Woodflow technology is disrupting lightweight construction and helping diverse industries move towards a more sustainable future. In nature, trees are high-performance structures. They withstand amazing wind and snow stresses just by having the right form, density, and fiber orientation. The team at Strong by Form has developed a...
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Where 3d Printing Meets Pultrusion - Interview with Dan Lee of Perseus Materials
Composites Weekly
On this episode Dan Lee of joins the show. They were a JEC Startup Booster Award winner. Their patent-pending process allows mold-less fabrication, making them the "fastest composite manufacturer" in the world. They've designed synthetic resin chemistry to make manufacturing easier, offering capabilities that can be used for making large structures. You can check out their website at .
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ACMA Launches New Basic Composites Manual - Interview with Kyle Jordan
Composites Weekly
On this episode, Kyle Jordan discusses the release of the new Basic Composites Manual, now available in an enhanced, interactive Digital Edition. This latest update also includes a refined logo for the Certified Composites Technician (CCT) program, reflecting the program’s refreshed content and commitment to excellence. You can check out Module 1 for free at .
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Discussing a New Circular Manufacturing Model in Boat Manufacturing with Pascal Gallo of Composite Recycling
Composites Weekly
On this episode Pascal Gallo, co-founder of joins the podcast to discuss a major sustainability collaboration to push the boundaries of circularity in the marine industry. Industry leaders such as Composite Recycling, Arkema, Groupe Beneteau, Veolia, Owens Corning, and Chomarat have joined forces to revolutionize boat manufacturing with a circular economy model. For the first time, boats can be built using recycled and recyclable materials. This pioneering collaboration to achieve circularity in boat production, launched in Western France, offers a scalable model for composite...
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Interviews from JEC World 2025 - Part 2
Composites Weekly
On this episode, we'll feature interviews from day 2 at JEC World 2025.
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Interviews from JEC World 2025 - Part 1
Composites Weekly
On this episode, we replay some live interviews from JEC World 2025. You'll hear interviews with: Yannick Willemin, president of Catalysium. Andrew Hedger, CEO of Magnum Venus Products. Johnny Jakobson, Co-Founder of FiberJoints. Rick Stuart, Founder and CEO of Phoenix Carbon. Vito Leisner, Founder of Fox Composites.
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Discussing JEC World 25 with Thomas Lepretre
Composites Weekly
On this epsiode, joins the podcast to discuss what's in store next week at . JEC World is the global trade show for composite materials held in Paris. It is the industry’s leading event, hosting all the major players in a spirit of innovation, business, and networking. Hope to see you there! You can learn everything at .
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You'll hear interviews with: