This book presents the proceedings of the American Society for Composites 40th Technical Conference. This volume on "Advances in Composites Manufacturing and Applications" presents a diverse collection of research papers on the manufacturing, modeling, and application of composite materials. This volume covers topics like additive manufacturing, process modeling, and advanced technologies, the volume explores innovative solutions to enhance material properties, optimize production methods, and improve structural performance. The proceedings highlight key advancements in additive manufacturing methods for composites, including continuous fibers and novel materials (thermoplastics, ceramics, and frontal polymers). Process modeling techniques are covered to address critical issues such as curing, wrinkle formation, and microstructural defects. Advanced manufacturing technologies and their validation are also discussed, focusing on improving composite performance. The civil applications of composites and studies under the NASA HiCAM program are also explored, showcasing the growing relevance of composites in various engineering fields.

Dr. Aniruddh Vashisth is an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington, Seattle in the Mechanical Engineering Department. Aniruddh's main areas of interest in mechanics and manufacturing of advanced composites. His group focuses on understanding the underlying physics of advanced composites using a closely coupled experimental and theoretical approach.

Dr. Yeqing Wang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Syracuse University (SU). Before joining SU in August 2020, he was an Assistant Professor at the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Mississippi State University between 2018 and 2020. From 2016–2018, Dr. Wang worked as a postdoc at the Air Force Research Lab (Eglin Air Force Base) and University of Florida. His research interests include mechanics of composite materials and structures, multifunctional composites, and advanced manufacturing of composite materials. Dr. Wang is a recipient of the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award and the Best Paper Award at the 2012 American Society for Composites Technical Conference, a voted member of the ASME Structures & Materials Technical Committee, and a senior member of the AIAA. Dr. Wang received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Iowa.