Advanced Engineering
29 October 2025 - 30 October 2025Join Matt Sellers, AMRC's development engineer, and Asimina Manta, AMRC's technical fellow at the Advanced Engineering show for a deep dive into the future of composite manufacturing.
Matt Sellers - Braiding and weaving of thermoplastic fibre reinforced tapes
Matt will present the University of Sheffield AMRC Composite Centre's latest development program, showcasing significant advancements in the manufacturing and processing capabilities crucial for this transition. Attendees will gain an exclusive look at the upgrades made to key textile processing equipment, including a dobby weaving loom and radial braider. These enhancements are enabling the production of complex thermoplastic preforms, pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
The session will also tackle the real-world challenges encountered when processing thermoplastic tapes and developing robust compression moulding parameters for continuous fibre-reinforced parts, offering valuable solutions and insights. A highlight of the presentation will be the braided thermoplastic demonstrator, providing a first-hand view of the trials, equipment adaptations, and moulding process development outcomes.
Asimina Manta - Invisible Intelligence: Embedded Microwire Sensors for Smart Aerospace Composites
At this session you can discover how advanced sensing technologies are redefining the future of composite manufacturing and lifecycle monitoring. This session will showcase the results of the INFINITE project, which successfully integrated microwire sensors into composite parts to enable real-time monitoring of resin flow, curing, damage, and structural health without compromising mechanical performance.
Attendees will gain insights into the development of low-frequency electromagnetic readers, AI-driven signal analysis, and innovative manufacturing and repair techniques that support a more sustainable, cost-effective aerospace industry. The session will highlight how these sensorised materials can reduce waste, improve quality control, and support predictive maintenance strategies.
Learn from consortium experts how sensor integration can benefit your operations and how collaborative innovation across the UK and EU has driven meaningful progress in composite monitoring and certification pathways.
Both sessions are a must-attend for engineers, manufacturers, and researchers seeking practical knowledge and actionable takeaways to future-proof their composite processes.
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