UK's Carbon ThreeSixty Launches Thermoplastic Composite Wheel Fairings

en.Wedoany.com Reported - UK-based advanced composite manufacturer Carbon ThreeSixty recently announced that its thermoplastic composite aerodynamic wheel fairing, developed using TFP (Tailored Fiber Placement) technology, has completed technical verification and is ready for mass production. It is suitable for road vehicles including passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. This product provides a solution for automotive lightweighting.

Traditional wheel fairings often use prepreg processes, which have drawbacks such as complex layup and relatively high costs. By utilizing TFP technology, Carbon ThreeSixty automates the placement of carbon fiber to form biomimetic spoke and reinforcement rib structures. Compared to traditional solutions, this thermoplastic composite wheel fairing achieves over 20% weight reduction and a 30% increase in stiffness, while reducing material waste and process steps, thereby lowering manufacturing costs. The thermoplastic resin matrix combined with an infusion process enables integrated molding of complex curved surfaces, suitable for automated mass production.

In terms of application, this thermoplastic composite wheel fairing optimizes aerodynamics and reduces turbulence, potentially increasing the range of new energy vehicles by 5%-8%. Each wheel fairing reduces weight by 1.5-2 kg, improving unsprung mass and handling response. The product is compatible with thermoplastic composite recycling processes, aligning with the low-carbon trend. Carbon ThreeSixty specializes in carbon fiber wheels and aerodynamic components, mastering processes such as RTM, compression molding, filament winding, and TFP, serving the automotive, aerospace, and other sectors. This launch offers a new option for lightweight upgrades in road vehicles.

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