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Northrop Grumman Advanced Composite Mate Joint Passes Stringent Tests

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Monday, January 4th, 2010

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An innovative method for joining composite structures implemented by Northrop Grumman [NOC] has passed a series of intensive structural tests, paving the way for the use of composites in future spacecraft, the company said last week. "This is a major step forward for the use of composites in future missions," said Gene Fraser, vice president of Advanced Programs and Technology for Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems. "Our engineering and technology development efforts on this composite structure will enable future manned habitats…

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