Xenia® Materials has contributed to the success of Nyx, the innovative aircraft designed by FlyMi EUROAVIA Milano, the student association of engineers and designers from the Politecnico di Milano.
This project represents a significant achievement for both the Politecnico di Milano and Xenia Materials, highlighting how collaborations between industry and academic institutions can lead to groundbreaking advancements in innovation.
For the academic year 2023/2024, Fly Mi decided to participate in its first international competition: the Air Cargo Challenge, held in Germany last July.
Faced with the rules and restrictions imposed by the competition, the team developed and built Nyx, an ambitious drone crafted from composite materials. With a length of 1,5 meters and a wingspan of 3 meters, Nyx represents a remarkable achievement in engineering and design.
To meet the high demands of the Nyx project, Xenia Materials stepped in, supplying XECARB® 40-C20-3DP, a 20% carbon fibre reinforced polycarbonate specifically designed for Additive Manufacturing market. This material was essential in the creation of the moulds used for laminating the wings and control surfaces, which are crucial for the drone’s flight capabilities.
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16 January 2025
