Introduction
Hexcel provides advanced composite materials and aerostructure solutions for missiles and launchers, addressing the ultimate performance challenges in aerospace applications. Their materials are designed to meet stringent requirements such as lightweight, temperature resistance, shape retention, and durability under dynamic loads.

Material Performance Requirements

• Lightweight construction
• Resistance to extreme temperature fluctuations
• Shape and function retention
• Capability to withstand high dynamic and vibration loads during launch and re-entry
• Endurance of high temperatures for hypersonic systems

Applications of Hexcel Composites

• Solid rocket booster cases
• Fairings and payload doors for launch vehicles and missiles
• Nosecones
• Rocket nozzles

Carbon Fiber Solutions
Hexcel offers a range of high modulus and high strength carbon fibers, providing exceptional stiffness-to-weight performance. These fibers are crucial for structural applications in missiles and launchers, and Hexcel is a leading provider in the aerospace industry.

Matrix Systems
Hexcel provides carbon and glass fibers with various matrix materials, including epoxy and thermoplastic systems, suitable for different curing processes and temperature applications. High-temperature matrix systems like Bismaleimides (BMIs) and cyanate esters (CE) are available for demanding environments.

Engineered Structures
Hexcel manufactures engineered aerostructures, converting materials into structural components and assemblies. This includes shaping honeycomb cores, constructing composite materials, and bonding assemblies in certified aerospace facilities.

Honeycomb Materials
Hexcel offers a wide variety of honeycomb core materials, providing diverse mechanical and thermal properties. These materials are ideal for sandwich structures in missile and launcher systems, with over 700 varieties available.

Additive Manufacturing
Hexcel's additive manufacturing technology produces carbon fiber-infused PEKK thermoplastic 3D-printed parts. These parts offer high reproducibility, functional complexity, and weight reduction, making them suitable for aerospace systems with benefits in cost and energy savings.

Conclusion
Hexcel's comprehensive range of materials and technologies positions them as a leader in providing solutions for the aerospace industry, particularly in missile and launcher applications.