Age of New Materials
The Race Is On – For Stronger, Lighter and More Sustainable Materials
Throughout history, materials and advances in material technology have influenced humankind. Now, we just might be on the verge of the next shift in this type of technology, enabling products and functions we never believed possible.
Composite materials are increasingly being used in aircrafts, cars, turbine blades and other products. Other materials, like graphene, hold even greater promise and may completely revolutionize industrial design. In our fourth Looking Ahead video, we talk to experts and researchers about future trends and new materials.
When it comes to innovative materials for manufacturing, graphene is the most promising jewel. That is why we launched the global Graphene Challenge competition—to find the most innovative graphene solutions for the home. Find out what innovative idea won the challenge, and learn more about the winner.
A Material Revolution
Lighter, tougher, and recyclable – New materials open up new possibilities for the manufacturing industry.
The Age of New Materials
Throughout history, advances in materials technology have influenced humankind. Now, we’re on the verge of the next material shift.
The Promise of Graphene
How and when will graphene impact the manufacturing industry?
A Material Infographic
Did you know that a surfboard could be made out of mushrooms? That NASA has developed a self-healing material and that most of the contents in an oil barrel are burned rather than being used as raw material?
Video: Looking Ahead 1
The ability to act early and quickly on trends in today’s competitive landscape is essential to stay ahead in manufacturing.
The Graphene Challenge
How would Nadia Ayad, winner of The Graphene Challenge, modernize your home in an innovative and sustainable way using graphene?
