Rocket Lab has started installing a custom-built automated fiber placement (AFP) machine at its production line in Middle River, Maryland. The 90-tonne machine is designed to produce large carbon composite rocket structures for the Neutron launch vehicle. This new technology is expected to save around 150,000 manufacturing hours and increase efficiency.
Source: https://www.rocketlabusa.com/updates/rocket-lab-begins-installation-of-large-carbon-composite-rocket-building-machine/
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