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.