Electrifying news: Nano-modified aerospace composites
Monday, December 19, 2016 - 14:01
in Physics & Chemistry
New composite technology will see enhanced electrical and thermal conductivity of conventional composite materials that has previously been lacking, say scientists. Novel functionality including sensors, energy harvesting lighting and communication antennae will now be integrated into the structure of the composite material. The new technology will have wide-reaching benefits in the aerospace industry, they say.