GFRP Graphene Pools Debut Down Under
Australia’s Aquatic Leisure Technologies (ALT) recently introduced the world’s first commercial range of graphene enhanced GFRP swimming pools. Graphene Nano-Tech pools, which the company says are lighter,...
Composite Materials Give Summer Olympians and Paralympians a Competitive Edge
The Olympic motto - Citius, Altius, Fortius – Communiter in Latin and Higher, Stronger, Faster – Together in English, has historically applied to the performance of the Olympic and Paralympic athletes. As...
Natural Fiber Composites Used in EVs Participating in Extreme E Championship
The Spark Odyssey all-electric SUV features Bcomp’s natural fiber ampliTex™ and powerRibs™ in the bodywork, designed by Spark Racing Technology. The properties of the flax fiber will be tested in the...
New LeMond ebike Features Carbon Fiber from Handlebars to Fender
The new LeMond ebike, Prolog, is easy to handle and maneuver at only 26 pounds. The extreme lightweight is thanks to the extensive use of carbon fiber in almost every element of the vehicle. The Prolog...
Carbon Fiber Windsurf Fins Built with Bio-based Resin Epoxy
Sonntag fins are custom made for each windsurf slalom sailor, racer, or speed sailor placing an order, specifically tailored to the rider’s size, riding style, and the feel and feedback the rider desires....
Bio-Based Dyneema® Fabric Keeps Cyclists Safe in Tour de France
Cyclists competing in the Tour de France can achieve speeds upwards of 60 mph. Skids and crashes at these speeds can cause severe abrasions to cyclists, even preventing them from completing the race. DSM...
