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September ASCC Publications Cellulose Nanofibrils for Concrete Shrinkage Reduction ASCC researcher Erfan Najaf, together with Eric Landi from University of Maine and Linfei Li from the Florida International University, presented their work at the session Nanoparticles and Nanotechnology: Transforming Concrete for a Carbon-Conscious Future. This study explores how adding cellulose nanofibrils (CNF) which is a…
Celebrating Safety: July & August Safety Students of the Month
At the ASCC, safety is one of our top priorities. Each month, we recognize students who go above and beyond to contribute to a safer working environment. For July and August, we are proud to celebrate two exceptional students: Trevor Knoedler and Cole Guimond. Trevor Knoedler, ASCC July Safety Student of the Month Trevor, a…
Project Spotlight: UMaine Engineers Help Transform Military Supply Chains
The University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) is driving a critical shift in how resources are managed and logistics are handled in operational environments. Leveraging its expertise in materials science and large-scale additive manufacturing, the ASCC is establishing a reliable system to convert low-value waste materials into high-performance, functional assets while reducing…
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.
Article by ASCC Researchers featured in 33rd International Ocean and Polar Engineering Conference (ISOPE)
ORONO, Maine – An article by ASCC researchers Matthew L. Fowler, Eben Lenfest, Anthony Viselli, Andrew J. Goupee, Richard W. Kimball, and Lu Wang was recently…
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…