Imagine adding a tiny amount of a super-material like graphene to plastics or paints to make them incredibly strong, heat-resistant, or waterproof. It's like giving ordinary materials a set of superpowers to stop rust or store hydrogen. The goal is to make these high-tech coatings and foams easy to produce in large factories without harming the planet.
High-performance materials often suffer from high costs, poor scalability, and environmental toxicity. Industries like aerospace and automotive need materials that are both multifunctional and sustainable to meet Green Deal targets.
A platform for scalable manufacturing of graphene-based composites, coatings, foams, and membranes. This includes 11 validated use cases demonstrating properties like fire resistance and hydrogen storage.
If you are an aircraft manufacturer dealing with material fatigue and weight issues — this project developed graphene-based composites and coatings that provide enhanced mechanical and thermal properties. This allows for lighter, more durable parts that can withstand extreme temperatures.
If you are an EV maker dealing with battery heat or chassis corrosion — this project developed multifunctional membranes and coatings that offer high temperature resistance and corrosion protection. These materials help improve vehicle longevity and safety.
If you are an energy company dealing with the difficulty of storing hydrogen gas — this project developed graphene-related materials that act as enablers for hydrogen storage. This helps in creating more efficient and safer fuel systems.
The project focuses on creating cost-effective and scalable manufacturing processes to overcome the current barrier of high cost-efficiency in graphene-related materials.
Yes, the project specifically targets the translation of technology from TRL 4-5 to TRL 6-7, focusing on scalable fabrication and industrial demos.
Based on available project data, the project supports the industrialization efforts of the Graphene Flagship initiative to create a credible pathway for commercial adoption.
The project evaluates nanosafety and uses Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to ensure materials are recyclable and aligned with the EU Green Deal.
The project runs from October 2023 to September 2026, aiming to qualify commercial propositions at TRL 6-7 by the end of the period.
The consortium is heavily industry-weighted with a 54% industry ratio, including 13 industrial partners and 10 SMEs. The presence of major OEMs like Boeing and CRF Stellantis indicates a strong market-pull approach, ensuring that the 11 use cases are aligned with actual commercial needs rather than just academic research.
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