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One big difference between Kevlar and carbon fiber is that Kevlar contains nitrogen atoms in its chemical composition whereas carbon fiber does not. Kevlar and carbon fiber are two forms of synthetic fiber and each material has high strength. Kevlar is primarily used in protective clothing and bullet resistant products while carbon fiber is more prolific in industries beyond the textile world such as boat building and aerospace manufacturing.

Recently, DragonPlate was asked to collaborate with a student organization on the Rochester Institute of Technology campus that focuses on researching and developing competitive carbon fiber rockets. Launch Initiative, as they are known, is a team of young engineers that manufacture competitive rockets with the goal of preparing students for careers in aerospace.

Eureka Dynamics focuses on the development and implementation of innovations for the drone industry. Their new product, the FFT GYRO, a test bed system for drones and UAV’s, allows UAV developers to perform the first flight tests of new systems with minimum risk to the prototype. Read about how they have used our carbon fiber components to improve this unique product.

A lot has been written about DIY carbon fiber fabrication. While it is certainly possible to create smaller carbon fiber projects on your own, the larger the project, the more difficult DIY becomes. When it comes to working with carbon fiber panels, there are many benefits to investing in a product from a reputable manufacturer over making your own.

The terms plate and sheet are often used to describe a flat piece of laminated carbon fiber. But, is there a difference between the two terms? This article sets out to clarify the topic.

Carbon fiber sheets come in a wide range of thicknesses to accommodate a variety of projects. The thinner the sheet, the more easily it can bend without fatiguing. Thicker sheets are virtually impossible to bend, which is useful if you need a strong, rigid material to build into your design. What thickness will you need?

Most carbon fiber is made from an industrial fiber called polyacrylonitrile fiber. The raw fiber is drawn and heated to high temperatures in an anaerobic environment to achieve its remarkable properties. In this quick article, we are going to cover the differences between standard modulus, intermediate modulus, high modulus, and ultra high modulus.

Conveyor systems have played a critical role in the evolution of industrial technology and material handling. The most famous use of conveyors was when Henry Ford created the model of modern assembly lines that revolutionized efficiency through the movement of materials and goods. So why use carbon fiber for idler rollers?

It is recognized that the use of carbon fiber is growing in more and more applications as an alternative to its aluminum, steel, and a variety of other materials because of its strength properties and lighter weight. But why is it so much more expensive to work with?

When using rods as structural components in mechanical assemblies, engineers are typically looking for strong, lightweight materials to provide strength and stability. Rods are basic building blocks for many structures, and carbon fiber rods are replacing steel and aluminum rods because they are lighter and stronger than either material. Here is a closer look at three common uses for carbon fiber rods...