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ASCC affiliates Gayton & Lapp published research on continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic laminates
Research by University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center researchers, James T. Gayton and Dr. Justin L. Lapp has been published in the International Journal of Numerical Methods for Heat & Fluid Flow. The research follows the evaluation of theoretical models for anisotropic effective thermal conductivity in continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic laminates. Read the full…
Tenth Annual Windstorm Challenge OPEN FOR REGISTRATION!
The 10th Annual Matthew R. Simmons 2025 Windstorm Challenge on MAY 9th, 2025 at THE UNIVERSITY OF MAINE is officially OPEN FOR REGISTRATION! Hosted on the University of Maine campus, this completely free event provides students with hands-on STEM experience and introduces them to UMaine’s research facilities and academic programs. The Windstorm Challenge helps inspire…
Five Articles Published by ASCC affiliates in October
UMaine Darling Marine Center study on lobsters & climate change in coastal Maine spanning over 35 years A publication by UMaine Darling Marine Center researchers, Robert N. Jarrett II, Damian C. Brady, Richard R. Wahle, and Robert S. Steneck has been published in Marine Ecology Progress Series. This article shares findings on American lobsters in…
Designed to address labor shortages and supply chain issues that are driving high costs and constricting the supply of affordable housing, BioHome3D is the first 3D-printed house made entirely with bio-based, recyclable materials
The American Floating Offshore Wind Technical Summit (AFloat) brings together industry, academia, academiarnment floating offshore wind experts from around the world to chart a course for floating offshore wind in the US.
ASCC research helps Maine company launch first North American wood fiber insulation products
The forest products industry has long been a significant component of Maine’s economy, with 89% of the state being forested. However, in recent years, declining demand…
The ASCC acquires High-Tech 3D Weaving System from OPTIMA 3D LTD
The University of Maine Advanced Structures & Composites Center was published in Textile World, Composites World, and Textile Value Chain for the acquisition of an Optima 3D…
The ASCC expands Wood Composites Team with Snow Hire
ORONO, Maine – The Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) is thrilled to announce the hire of Jake Snow as a Wood Technologist working with our…
BioHome3D finalist in 2023 FastCompany.com Innovation by Designs Awards
The University of Maine Advanced Structures and Composites Center’s BioHome3D was a finalist for the FastCompany.com Innovation by Design Awards 2023: Best BioDesigns! Fast Company is…
NBRC awards $1M in federal funding to the University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center
Orono, Maine – On Wednesday, the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) awarded $1 Million in funding for a new and immersive manufacturing and education center called…
ASCC spin-off company, Compotech Inc., recognized on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list
Compotech Inc., a spin-off from the ASCC, is a leading composite parts manufacturer and has been featured on the 2023 Inc. 5000, a list of U.S.-based…