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ASCC Technology Earns Patent for Advanced Multi-Axis 3D Printing Technology
Technology from the University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) has been awarded a patent for advanced 3D printing system that expands how large and complex components can be manufactured. The patented technology was developed by researchers James Anderson and Matt Ireland and introduces a novel approach to additive manufacturing that overcomes long-standing…
Summer Publication Recap 2025
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…
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.
Portland Press Herald: Risky choices paying off for UMaine’s wind project
On Sunday, July 10, 2016, Tux Turkel of the Portland Press Herald published an article titled: “Risky choices paying off for UMaine’s wind project: using unconventional…
Dagher featured by Maine Magazine, “50 Mainers Charting the State’s Future”
Dr. Habib Dagher, P.E., was recently featured by Maine Magazine in their article, “50 Mainers Charting the State’s Future.” From Maine Magazine: “‘Whether it is an…
New England Aqua Ventus I Selected by the DOE for up to $39.9 Million in Additional Funding
Posted May 27, 2016 – For additional inquiries, contact: Dr. Habib Dagher, hd@maine.edu, (207) 581-2121. VolturnUS is a transformational floating concrete hull technology developed by UMaine…
RRI, UMaine Spinoff Company, Awarded $25,000 Seed Grant from MTI, Additional Support from NSF
University of Maine Advanced Structures and Composites Center spinoff company Revolution Research, Inc.—founded by forest resources Ph.D. candidate Nadir Yildirim—was awarded a $25,000 seed grant from…
UMaine Composites Center Spinoff Company Wins $10k Top Gun Showcase Prize
University of Maine Advanced Structures and Composites Center spinoff company Revolution Research, Inc.—founded by forest resources Ph.D. candidate Nadir Yildirim and civil engineering graduate Alexander Chasse—was…
Winners Announced Wind Blade Challenge and Windstorm Challenge 2016
Falmouth High School team A6, Windstorm Challenge 2016 winners. Left to right: Falmouth High School teacher Kim Blenk, team members, and Dr….