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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.
UM blast-resistant wood impresses Army
ORONO – Maine’s federal legislative leaders are convinced that new technology unveiled Tuesday at the University of Maine not only will protect our troops overseas, but…
Navy seal patrol boat gets makeover
George Chappell Bangor Daily News BOOTHBAY – Navy SEALs are tough guys by nature but they take a beating from their patrol boats: bruises, bumps and sore…
UMaine composite center wins two industry awards
ORONO – Two of the most prestigious awards in the wood products industry were presented Thursday to the University of Maine Advanced Engineered Wood Composites Center…
UMaine Advanced Engineered Wood Composites Center Recognized for Outstanding Use of Wood
Bangor, ME – The Northeastern Loggers’ Association (NELA) recently honored the UMaine Advanced Engineered Wood Composites Center of Orono, ME as the recipient of its 2007…
Last Impression
In February, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins and U.S. Rep. Michael Michaud were at the University of Maine’s Advanced Engineered Wood Composites (AEWC) Center for a demonstration of…
UMaine ships lifesaving tent panels overseas
ORONO – A shipment of panels designed by researchers at the University of Maine to protect soldiers from explosions was on its way Thursday to a…