Business Details
30 Years
experience
Expert Composite Engineering Services
Established in 1996, NSE Composites has dedicated itself to advancing composite structures through precision engineering, analysis, testing, and certification. Our expertise stems from decades of collective experience, including foundational work on major aerospace programs such as the Boeing 777 and 787. Our team combines deep technical knowledge with a commitment to innovation, delivering solutions for complex composite challenges in aerospace, wind energy, and emerging markets. We specialize in finite element analysis, structural testing, and bespoke software development, ensuring rigorous compliance with industry standards. Our reputation is built on delivering reliable, cutting-edge engineering services to global clients, supported by a network of consultants, researchers, and testing laboratories.We prioritize client collaboration, tailoring our approach to meet specific project needs while maintaining transparency and ethical practices. Our leadership in composite certification and failure analysis has contributed to evolving industry regulations and best practices. With offices in Seattle and Amsterdam, we serve clients across North America, Europe, and beyond. Our engineers actively participate in standards organizations like ASTM-D30, SAE, and CMH-17, ensuring our work remains at the forefront of composite technology. This enduring dedication to excellence positions us as a trusted partner for composite structural challenges worldwide.
Services
Finite Element Analysis
Structural Testing
Analysis Software Development
Aerospace Certification
Wind Energy Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of specialized expertise in composite structural analysis.
- Our team includes industry-recognized experts in aerospace composite certification.
- We develop proprietary software tools for advanced composite simulation.
- We maintain active roles in shaping global composite industry standards.
- Our engineers hold professional licenses and memberships in technical societies.
Services
Finite Element Analysis
Our finite element analysis services employ advanced software tools to simulate composite structural behavior under complex loads. We provide detailed stress, strain, and failure analysis for aerospace and wind energy applications. Our team specializes in nonlinear modeling, contact analysis, and progressive damage simulation to ensure accurate predictions for critical components.
Structural Testing
We design and execute structural testing programs for composite materials, including static, fatigue, and damage tolerance evaluations. Our testing supports certification requirements for aerospace primary structures and wind turbine blades. We collaborate with accredited laboratories to validate analysis methods and establish allowable stress thresholds for composite systems.
Analysis Software Development
Our custom software development focuses on tools for composite analysis, optimization, and failure prediction. We create specialized applications for progressive damage modeling, residual strength calculation, and structural optimization. These tools enhance efficiency in aerospace and renewable energy projects where standard software packages require domain-specific enhancements for composite analysis.
Aerospace Certification
We specialize in composite structure certification for commercial aircraft per FAA regulations. Our services include allowables development, damage tolerance analysis, and test program planning for primary structures. We contribute to industry standards through participation in CMH-17 working groups and FAA advisory committees, ensuring compliance with evolving certification requirements.
Wind Energy Analysis
Leveraging aerospace expertise, we perform structural analysis of wind turbine blades using fracture mechanics and fatigue modeling. Our services support blade design optimization, defect tolerance assessment, and lifecycle prediction. We address unique challenges in composite wind structures through advanced finite element techniques proven in aviation applications.
People
D.M. Hoyt
Principal Engineer
With over 30 years in aerospace composites, Hoyt founded NSE in 1996. He specializes in delamination analysis, joint design, and FAA certification standards. Licensed PE in Washington, he contributes to ASTM-D30 and CMH-17 committees.
Allen Fawcett
Senior Technical Consultant
A 35-year Boeing veteran, Fawcett established composite design standards for 777 and 787 programs. He represents NSE in FAA rulemaking committees and chairs CMH-17 damage tolerance initiatives. His expertise spans bonded structures and certification methodologies.
Mark Lobo
Senior Stress Engineer
A 25-year composites expert, Lobo specializes in nonlinear FEA using ABAQUS and ANSYS. His work focuses on progressive damage modeling and development of specialized analysis tools. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington.
Tom Walker
Principal Engineer Emeritus
With 35+ years in composite analysis, Walker contributes residual strength expertise. Former Boeing engineer and CMH-17 task group co-chair, he remains active in structural testing and certification standards development for primary composite structures.
Doug Graesser
Principal Engineer Emeritus
A 30-year composites veteran, Graesser developed structural optimization tools for aerospace applications. His experience includes NASA's ACT program and Boeing's 777/787 development. Licensed PE in Washington, he holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington.
Questions
What industries does NSE Composites specialize in?
We primarily work in aerospace and wind energy sectors, applying composite engineering expertise to structural design, analysis, and certification challenges.
How does NSE approach composite failure analysis?
We employ progressive damage modeling and fracture mechanics techniques to predict composite failure modes, supported by experimental validation programs.
Can NSE assist with FAA certification requirements?
Yes, our team has extensive experience with FAA certification standards, including advisory circular 20-107B requirements for composite structures.
Do you develop custom engineering software?
We create specialized analysis tools for composite applications, including optimization algorithms and progressive damage simulation platforms used in aerospace projects.
What composite testing services do you offer?
We provide full-scale structural testing programs, including static, fatigue, and damage tolerance testing for certification and research purposes.
How do you support international clients?
With offices in Seattle and Amsterdam, we serve global clients through remote collaboration and provide documentation compliant with international standards.
