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Composites Weekly

Jonathan Taylor

The Leading News and Information Podcast for the Composites & Advanced Materials Industry

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From Composite Space Armor™ to Orbital Data Centers:...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/06/05

On this episode, Trevor Smith, founder and CEO of Atomic-6, joins the podcast. Atomic-6 is an advanced composite solutions manufacturer revolutionizing mobility in extreme environments. They’re creating everything from impact-resistant spacecraft shielding and deployable solar arrays to thermal management systems that help spacecraft survive in some of the harshest environments imaginable. Atomic-6 also just launched ODC.space, the […]The post From Composite Space Armor™ to Orbital Data

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2026/06/04

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26:32

Advancing Circular Composites: How James Cropper and...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/06/03

On this episode, Mandy Clement of James Cropper and David Tilbrook of Hexcel join the show to discuss how their companies are working together through the ECCA, to advance the development of high-value composite materials made from recycled carbon fibre that support both performance and circularity across aerospace, automotive, and mobility sectors. The European Circular Composites Alliance (ECCA), led […]The post Advancing Circular Composites: How James Cropper and Hexcel Are Driving

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33:06

Inside the $9 Million FRP Sector Gate Project:...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/05/29

On this episode, Scott Lewit and Joni Richards of Structural Composites, Inc., join the show to discuss one of their latest projects, which includes a $9 million contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Canaveral Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Sector Gate Project at Port Canaveral. It represents a significant milestone in the adoption […] The post Inside the $9 Million FRP Sector Gate Project: Interview with Scott Lewit and Joni Richards of Structural Composites first appeared on

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45:10

The Strait of Hormuz Conflict and the Future of...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/05/22

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is sending shockwaves through global supply chains—particularly across petrochemicals, resins, and composite materials. With nearly 20% of the world’s oil and a significant share of polyethylene, polypropylene, and key chemical feedstocks moving through this critical chokepoint, disruptions are already driving price volatility, supply shortages, and shifting sourcing strategies. […]The post The Strait of Hormuz Conflict and the Future of Global Supply

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26:12

Beyond Concrete: Bio-Composites, Algae-Based Cement,...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/05/19

Joining the podcast this week is Bruce King, an engineer, author, filmmaker, and one of the leading voices in sustainable and bio-based building materials. He is the author of the book Build Beyond Zero: New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture. Bruce spent more than 45 years in structural engineering, working on everything from high-rise buildings to resort projects, […] The post Beyond Concrete: Bio-Composites, Algae-Based Cement, and New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture first appeared on

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20:40

AI, Automation, and the Future of U.S. Manufacturing:...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/05/14

Joining the podcast this week is Rush LaSelle, CEO of Fathom Digital Manufacturing.Rush is a veteran leader in advanced manufacturing with more than 30 years of experience scaling digital manufacturing, automation, and additive technologies across aerospace, defense, healthcare, and industrial markets. His expertise spans additive manufacturing, automation, robotics, advanced materials, and mission-critical manufacturing operations, giving him a […]The post AI, Automation, and

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18:05

The Future of Composites Workforce Training – Updates...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/05/12

On this episode, Kyle Jordan joins the show to share some updates on the ACMA’s Certified Composites Technician programs. Kyle is Director of Certifications with the ACMA. He’ll be discussing some of the new digital training options launched over the last couple of months, including those for CCT recertification. You can learn more about these […] The post The Future of Composites Workforce Training – Updates from Kyle Jordan of ACMA first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post

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39:03

Funding Innovators in AI & Deep Tech: Interview with...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/05/05

On this episode, Anna Brady-Estevez, PhD, joins the show. She is the founding partner of American Deep Tech, a technology investment firm that focuses on aerospace & space tech, energy, AI, biotech, and more. Anna has served as a Program Director at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), where she led the Small Business Innovation Research portfolio […]The post Funding Innovators in AI & Deep Tech: Interview with Anna Brady-Estevez first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post

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43:01

A Biodegradable Structural Composite Made from...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/04/29

On this episode, David J. Neivandt and Greg Simms join the show to discuss their research work developing a sustainable, biodegradable composite material derived from waste lobster shells and a natural binder, engineered for high mechanical performance. Collaborating with the Advanced Structures and Composites Center at UMaine, their team has established a pilot-scale production line […] The post A Biodegradable Structural Composite Made from Lobster Shells? first appeared on Composites

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21:02

ISS Tested Composites for Low Earth Orbit and Deep...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/04/16

On this episode, Professor Hatsuo Ishida, PhD of Case Western Reserve University, joins the show to discuss the development of next-generation composite materials engineered for deep-space travel. He shares the origin of their work with ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) with hydrogen-rich polybenzoxazine resins, and how these materials have been engineered into composites that integrate […]The post ISS Tested Composites for Low Earth Orbit and Deep Space Travel first appeared

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16:39

Bio-Derived Barrier Coatings: A New Frontier in...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/04/14

On this episode, researchers Caitlin Howell and Mehdi Tajvidi from the University of Maine join the show to discuss their research in developing a fully bio-derived composite coating that is grown, not manufactured. By combining edible fungal mycelium with cellulose nanofibrils, they have developed a barrier coating that can be formed directly on paper and textiles through a low-energy process. The […] The post Bio-Derived Barrier Coatings: A New Frontier in

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17:56

Discussing Arclin’s $1.8 Billion Acquisition of...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/04/10

On this episode, Teong Tan, Arclin’s Chief Research Officer, joins the podcast to discuss Arclin’s $1.8 billion acquisition of DuPont’s aramid business, adding the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands to its portfolio. Teong leads the company’s innovation agenda with a focus on strategic growth, talent development, and high-performing teams. The post Discussing Arclin’s $1.8 Billion Acquisition of DuPont’s Aramids Business (Kevlar® & Nomex® brands) first appeared on Composites Weekly. The

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25:41

What Most Companies Miss When Hiring Industry Leaders...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/04/06

On this episode, John Kehoe of Boaz Partners joins the show. Boaz isn’t your typical recruiting firm. They operate as strategic partners, using a proven, deeply embedded process to understand business goals, culture, and long-term objectives before ever presenting a candidate. In this conversation, we unpack what separates great hiring organizations from the rest, why so many […] The post What Most Companies Miss When Hiring Industry Leaders – Interview with John Kehoe first appeared on

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22:29

Material Sovereignty: The Race to Reinvent Carbon Fiber

Composites Weekly ·

2026/03/31

On this episode, Aaron Fitzgerald, CEO of Mars Materials, joins the show. Carbon fiber has long been a cornerstone of aerospace and defense—but the reality is, the supply chain behind it is anything but secure. Today, much of the world’s high-performance carbon fiber depends on globally concentrated precursor production, leaving critical industries exposed at a time when […]The post Material Sovereignty: The Race to Reinvent Carbon Fiber first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Material

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14:48

Discussing the America Makes Composites CFAM Project...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/03/20

On this episode, we’re looking at a project that could say a lot about where advanced manufacturing is headed next. America Makes has awarded UDRI $450,000 for its AACAMS (Affordable and Agile Composite Additive Manufactured Structures) project, focused on pushing forward the integration of additive manufacturing and advanced composites for aerospace and defense. The DOD […]The post Discussing the America Makes Composites CFAM Project with Steven Floyd and Clark Patterson first appeared on

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1:23:58

Interviews From Day 2 at JEC World 2026

Composites Weekly ·

2026/03/20

On this episode, we feature several interviews from day two of JEC World 2026, including some Innovation Award winners and Startup Booster finalists. These include interviews with: The post Interviews From Day 2 at JEC World 2026 first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Interviews From Day 2 at JEC World 2026 appeared first on Composites Weekly.

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Interviews from Day 1 at JEC World 2026

Composites Weekly ·

2026/03/18

On this episode, we feature several interviews from day one of JEC World 2026, including some Innovation Award winners and Startup Booster finalists. These include interviews with: The post Interviews from Day 1 at JEC World 2026 first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Interviews from Day 1 at JEC World 2026 appeared first on Composites Weekly.

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21:38

Where AI Is Actually Delivering Value in...

Composites Weekly ·

2026/03/06

On this latest episode, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group joins the podcast. Lisa is one of the most respected voices in manufacturing strategy, supply chain transformation, and SIOP. She’s the author of a recently released book titled AI & Advanced Technologies in Manufacturing, where she explores how manufacturers are using AI and advanced analytics to drive real, […]The post Where AI Is Actually Delivering Value in Manufacturing Supply Chains first appeared on Composites

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14:36

This New Composite Heals Itself (1,000 Times)

Composites Weekly ·

2026/02/17

Self-healing composites have been talked about for years, but sometimes a piece of research comes along that looks meaningfully different. This week, Andy Tomaswick, a science journalist, joins the show to discuss his recent article, “The Composite That Heals Itself 1,000 Times.“ It highlights a self-healing composite material developed by researchers at North Carolina State University […]The post This New Composite Heals Itself (1,000 Times) first appeared on Composites

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