National Composites Centre

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About the NCC

The National Composites Centre (NCC) is an independent, open-access technology centre delivering world-class research and development of composites. As part of the UK’s Catapult Network, we offer our partners access to the latest technology, provide technical expertise and the business support they need to overcome barriers to innovation and accelerate their growth.

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  • Dr Konstantina Kanari Highlights the Role of Advanced Materials in Europe’s Space Economy in Materials World

    Dr Konstantina Kanari, Advanced Research Engineer at National Composites Centre (NCC) is featured in the Novemeber edition of Materials World - the harsh environments issue.
  • Thomas Warr named South Region Runner-Up in Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2024

    We are delighted to announce that Thomas Warr, our Composites Technician Apprentice, has been named Runner-Up in the prestigious Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2024 for Engineering Apprentice - Final Year
  • ORE Catapult extends application deadline for Fit For Offshore Renewables

    The Fit For Offshore Renewables (F4OR) scheme offers support to UK businesses targeting entry or expansion in energy by helping the UK supply chain prepare to bid for work in the offshore renewable energy sector. The application deadline has been extended to 18 November 2024.
  • Scientists’ ‘next-generation’ space materials blast off for tests on ISS

    Bristol Composites Institute (BCI) is celebrating a significant milestone with the successful launch of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, transporting critical supplies and experiments to the International Space Station (ISS).
  • Bath MP Wera Hobhouse Visits the National Composites Centre

    On October 18, the National Composites Centre (NCC) had the pleasure of hosting Bath MP Wera Hobhouse at our world-class facility in Bristol.

Events

  • NCC, Bristol
    Read more about Extreme Composites 2024: Developing a sovereign supply chain

    Extreme Composites 2024: Developing a sovereign supply chain

    20 Nov 2024
    Extreme Composites, is a UK conference delivered by the National Composites Centre that will identify the future opportunity for emerging CMC technologies and current capability in the UK, targeted towards industry and the supply chain that are actively engaged in deploying and developing CMCs in the UK.
  • National Composites Centre, Bristol
    Read more about ATI Hub Aerospace Innovation Showcase: Cryogenic Hydrogen Fuel Systems

    ATI Hub Aerospace Innovation Showcase: Cryogenic Hydrogen Fuel Systems

    26 Nov 2024
    Delivered by the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) and High Value Manufacturing Catapult, hosted at the NCC in Bristol, the Innovation Showcase is a one-day workshop that aims to convene aerospace, hydrogen and cryogenics industry leaders to discuss requirements, market opportunities and possible collaborations for on-aircraft hydrogen fuel systems and components. Registration is now open.

Training

  • Read more about Introduction to Design for Composites

    Introduction to Design for Composites

    This course will give you an understanding of the requirements that are important to consider in the composites world, along with a series of tools and techniques that will enable you to create robust concept designs for every new project you undertake.
  • Read more about Introduction to Manual Prepreg Techniques

    Introduction to Manual Prepreg Techniques

    During this course we'll give you the background knowledge you need to optimise your use of prepreg materials in order to achieve the best possible outcomes. We'll also teach you the techniques used by technicians and you'll have the opportunity to practice what you've learnt.

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