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Lexus begins LC production for European market using RTM technology

Special process, Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM), is used for the production of carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) composite material.

8th June 2017

Innovation in Textiles
 |  Surrey

Transport/​Aerospace

By adapting RTM for volume production, Lexus has been able to incorporate CFRP in key areas of the LC, which makes a significant contribution to reducing the car’s weight.

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