The first carbon fiber bicycle, the Kestrel 4000, earned the nickname “the dentist’s bike” for its outsize price. In the four decades since its release, the cost of carbon fiber has come down, and more people can afford the premium that carbon fiber commands. Does that price tag come with improved performance, or has a […]
The carbon fiber industry produces hundreds of kilotons of the material each year. The growing popularity has attracted imitations, and many products reproduce the look of the material without its strength. How do you know which products offer carbon fiber’s many benefits? If you’re purchasing materials for a project, you don’t want to risk your […]
According to a recent survey, nearly 2 million Americans live with limb loss. Prosthetic leg designs have evolved significantly over the years, and a big reason for this is the materials used. Modern examples represent the cutting edge of composite design and manufacturing. In this guide, we will look into how the choice of materials impacts the […]
What if your next tubing project used a material lighter than aluminum and strong enough to stop a bullet? You don’t need to treat the possibility like science fiction. Carbon fiber tubing offers unique properties no other material can match. While carbon fiber tubes don’t work for every project, the material has become popular in […]
The automotive industry sold more than 14 million cars in America in 2020. Few industries remain as large and as committed to innovation as vehicle production. Composites, in turn, play a growing role in vehicle construction. What has led automakers to turn to composites? How do engineers shape composite parts? Why do engineers use composite […]
The golf equipment industry eclipses the combined value of the basketball, baseball, and football equipment industries. That makes for a lot of golf club and ball sales each year and in turn a lot of materials. Whether you’re hitting the shops for your next set of clubs or sourcing materials for custom-fit golf clubs, you […]
You can’t wait to turn your aerospace system designs into real aircraft components that will stand the test of time. You’re not alone, either. Research shows that the aerospace industry in 2023 experienced a revival of the demand for products, and this is expected to continue in 2024. Factors driving the growth include a surge […]
It isn’t just Americans that are tipping the scales these days. The average new vehicle hitting US roads weighs 175 more pounds than it did three years ago and over 1,000 more pounds than it did in 1980. We have a significant amount of electronics, powerful engines, and larger physical size to thank for this. […]
The current market is witnessing a surge in the demand for personalized vehicles. Beyond mere transportation, drivers now desire a mode of expression on the road, an extension of their identity. Personalized vehicles cater to this need by offering customization options like colors, accessories, and features. By offering a diverse range of customization choices, you […]
It has been an interesting journey in the growth and development of the SMI Composite LLC Brand and facility footprint evolution over the past 10 years. The birth of this business was brought upon by necessity rather than an absolute want. Before our launch/establishment in Jan 2014, the Mayco group was buying Carbon Fiber parts […]
