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Composite materials are made from two of more heterogenous materials comprising of the matrix (polymer) and reinforcement (fiber). Composite materials are virtually used in every industry and are witnessing a rapid growth in its demand. This is due to the increasing demand to make end products high-performance and energy efficient.

A variety of open mold and closed mold fabrication techniques are used to manufacture such products. These include hand layup, spray-up, resin infusion, compression molding, injection molding, filament winding, pultrusion and prepreg, among others. The study aims to estimate the current state of fabrication technologies used across sectors and analyze how technological advancements can create growth opportunities. As the industry witnesses a growing penetration of composites in higher volume markets, the composites industry can offer opportunities for raw material manufacturers, composite manufacturers, component manufacturers as well as digital solution providers.

One of the first sectors to adopt fiber-reinforced composite was the aerospace sector, and it was subsequently adopted by the automotive, marine, energy, and construction sectors, among others. Cumulatively, these sectors account for over 70% revenue in the composites industry. The material's high strength-to-weight ratio continues to transform the products in these sectors as OEMs switch or expand to composite alternatives.

Different fabrication techniques are suitable for different part sizes and applications. These are selected based on the desired characteristics of the end-product. Several industry-specific trends are driving the demand for specific composite products, enabling a robust use of manufacturing techniques. For instance, the increasing demand for cost-effective composite parts in the automotive industry boosts the use of compression and injection molding. Further, as the hydrogen economy gains momentum, methods such as filament winding are expected to gain traction.

Table of Contents

Strategic Imperatives

• Why is it Increasingly Difficult to Grow?
• The Strategic Imperative 8™
• The Impact of the Top 3 Strategic Imperatives on the Composite Fabrication Industry
• Growth Opportunities Fuel the Growth Pipeline Engine™

Growth Opportunity Analysis

• Scope of Analysis
• Segmentation
• Geographic Scope
• Overview
• Carbon Fibre Composites Value Chain
• Processes-Reference Part Sizes and Approximate Cycle-times
• Factors Associated with Cost & Adoption of Composites
• Sustainability Initiatives in Composite Fabrication
• Ideal Circular Economy
• Composites Value Chain-2023
• Composites Value Chain Analysis
• Growth Drivers
• Growth Restraints
• Manufacturing Processes by End-use Industry
• Manufacturing Processes Analysis
• Comparison of Composites in Mobility
• Raw Materials Used in Composites Industry
• Raw Material Trends
• Materials and Fabrication Technologies used in Various End-use Industries

Growth Opportunity Analysis-Aerospace

• Introduction
• Materials in the Aerospace Industry
• Use of Composite Materials & Key Fabrication Technologies
• Case Study-Boeing & Airbus
• Key Takeaways

Growth Opportunity Analysis-Automotive

• Introduction
• Materials in the Automotive Industry
• Use of Composite Materials & Key Fabrication Technologies
• Manufacturing Processes and Production Volumes
• Case Study-Forged Composites(R) (Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.)
• Case Study-Carbon Fiber Wheel (Fibratech sp. z o.o.)
• Key Takeaways

Growth Opportunity Analysis-Marine

• Introduction
• Materials in the Marine Industry
• Use of Composite Materials & Key Fabrication Technologies
• Case Study-WindWings (BAR Technologies)
• Key Takeaways

Growth Opportunity Analysis-Energy

• Introduction
• Materials Used in the Energy Sector
• Use of Composite Materials & Key Fabrication Technologies
• Case Study
• Key Takeaways

Growth Opportunity Analysis-Construction

• Introduction
• Materials in the Construction Industry
• Use of Composite Materials & Key Fabrication Technologies
• Case Study
• Key Takeaways

Growth Opportunity Universe

• Growth Opportunity 1: Automotive Component Production
• Growth Opportunity 2: Wind Energy Applications
• Growth Opportunity 3: Preforming
• Growth Opportunity 4: Digitization of Manufacturing Process

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