Optical fiber Bragg gratings are embedded within the composite lay-up of drive shafts during filament winding for monitoring vital operational parameters including buckling. We report strain measurement results, under torque loading, for embedded and externally attached sensors with different orientations with respect to the axis of the shaft.
Authors: M. Konstantaki, G. Violakis, T. Geernaert, N. Korakas, N. Tiriakidis, Th. Tiriakidi, K. Tiriakidis, H. Thienpont, F. Berghmans, and S. Pissadakis.
Athena: Advanced thermoelectric energy harvesting by hierarchical composites for self powered and autonomously driven structural health monitoring, with the co-financing of Greece and the European Union
Acknowledgment: This research has been co‐financed by the European Regional Development Fund of the European Union and Greek national funds through the Operational Program Competitiveness, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, under the call RESEARCH – CREATE – INNOVATE (project code:T1EDK-03480)
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Cavesga: Implementation of novel carbon fiber composite vessels for gas storage, with the co-financing of Greece and the European Union.
Acknowledgment: This research has been co‐financed by the European Regional Development Fund of the European Union and Greek national funds through the Operational Program Competitiveness, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, under the call RESEARCH – CREATE – INNOVATE (project code:T1EDK-05393).
May 3, 2025Comments Off on Cavesga: Implementation of novel carbon fiber composite vessels for gas storage, with the co-financing of Greece and the European UnionResearch
Hycacy: Hydraylic lightweight high strength carbon-fiber cylinders for industrial applications, with the co-financing of Greece and the European Union
Acknowledgment: This research has been co‐financed by the European Regional Development Fund of the European Union and Greek national funds through the Operational Program Competitiveness, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, under the call Special Actions “AQUACULTURE” – “INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS” – “OPEN INNOVATION IN CULTURE”” (project code: Τ6ΥΒΠ-00478)
May 3, 2025Comments Off on Hycacy: Hydraylic lightweight high strength carbon-fiber cylinders for industrial applications, with the co-financing of Greece and the European UnionResearch
Aiolos: Development of multifunctional fiber reinforced composites with nano-modified matrix phase towards wind turbine applications, with the co-financing of Greece and the European Union
«Acknowledgment: This research has been co‐financed by the European Regional Development Fund of the European Union and Greek national funds through the Operational Program Competitiveness, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, under the call RESEARCH – CREATE – INNOVATE (project code: Τ2ΕΔΚ-02971)
May 3, 2025Comments Off on Aiolos: Development of multifunctional fiber reinforced composites with nano-modified matrix phase towards wind turbine applications, with the co-financing of Greece and the European UnionResearch
Harvest: Hierarchical multifunctional composites with thermoelectrically powered autonomous structural health monitoring for the aviation industry’ — ‘HARVEST’ (H2020 EU Project), 769140
EureComp: EUReCOMP aims to provide sustainable methods towards recycling and reuse of composite materials, coming from components used in various industries, such as aeronautics and wind energy. The main pathways to achieve circularity will include: i) repairing, repurposing and redesigning parts from end-of-life large scale products and ii) recycling and reclamation of the materials used in such parts; thus, accomplishing reduction of waste and transformation to high-added value products.
May 3, 2025Comments Off on EureComp: European recycling and circularity in large composite components (Horizon Europe), 101058089Research
We are excited to announce our participation in #DEFEA 2025 – the leading defense and security exhibition in Southeast Europe! 📍 Hall 4, Stand D06 📅 6–8 May 2025 | Metropolitan Expo, Athens At B&T Composites, we specialize in the design and manufacturing of advanced composite structures, including complex hybrid assemblies with metallic interfaces for demanding defense applications.
This year, we’re especially proud to present our expanded capabilities with our new Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) system, enabling us to deliver: 🔹 Complex 3D geometries with precision 🔹 Thermoset and thermoplastic composite components 🔹 High-performance structural parts optimized for weight, strength, and integration
Whether for land, air, or naval systems, our solutions are engineered for mission-critical performance and lifecycle durability.
Let’s connect at DEFEA 2025 and explore the future of defense-grade composites together. 🔗 See you in Athens!
May 3, 2025Comments Off on B&T Composites in DEFEA 2025Uncategorized
The Digital Leap: Enhancing End-of-Life Recovery with Digital Product Passports in Aerospace, Automotive, and Wind Energy Sectors
B&T Composites recently participated in the 6th EuReComp Webinar, titled “The Digital Leap: Enhancing End-of-Life Recovery with Digital Product Passports in Aerospace, Automotive and Wind Energy Sectors,” which took place on Wednesday, 14 May, as part of the EuReComp project, where B&T Composites is an active project partner.
The webinar explored how Digital Product Passports (DPPs) can reshape end-of-life strategies across key industrial sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and wind energy. Through expert presentations and discussion, the session highlighted the role of DPPs in enabling greater transparency, traceability, and sustainability, and in supporting circular-economy principles and more efficient composite-recycling pathways.
Particular emphasis was placed on integrating digital tools into lifecycle management to improve material recovery, enable data-driven decision-making, and ensure compliance with emerging regulatory frameworks.
Speakers
Thomais Tiriakidou – B&T Composites
María Alejandra León – Circularise
Chiara Pernechele – Dallara
The webinar provided a valuable platform for knowledge exchange and cross-sector dialogue, reinforcing B&T Composites’ commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and the development of sustainable end-of-life solutions for composite materials.
Watch the webinar here:
March 30, 2025Comments Off on B&T Composites Participated in the 6th EuReComp WebinarNews, Uncategorized
B&T Composites successfully participated as an exhibitor at ICE Europe 2025, the leading international exhibition for the converting industry, held in Munich, Germany, from March 12 to 14, 2025.
At ICE Europe 2025, B&T Composites presented its latest advances in composite roller technology, showcasing solutions that deliver enhanced durability, operational efficiency, and high performance for demanding industrial applications.
The company highlighted its patented Smart Roller technology, featuring integrated photonics sensors for real-time condition monitoring, powered by the unattended interrogator developed by Componous, enabling automated, data-driven insights. Additional technologies presented included in-house epoxy–graphene-based coating solutions offering superior wear resistance and extended service life, as well as lightweight, high-speed composite rollers designed to reduce energy consumption while enhancing productivity.
ICE Europe 2025 provided an excellent platform to engage with industry professionals, exchange insights, and strengthen relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders.
B&T Composites’ participation reaffirmed its commitment to innovation, advanced technologies, and its long-term strategic vision within the global converting and composites industry.
March 11, 2025Comments Off on B&T Composites Exhibited at ICE Europe 2025Uncategorized
