Lightweight hybrid composites for mobility

The European Commission presented a “Sustainable and Intelligent Mobility Strategy” along with an Action Plan. This strategy seeks to transform transport and make it more resilient to future crises. It outlines the outcome of a 90% cut in emissions by 2050 delivered by a smart, competitive, safe, accessible and affordable transport system. The uptake of lightweight materials is becoming increasingly common as transport vehicle manufacturers strive to reduce vehicle weight in order to improve performance, lower fuel and oil consumption and reduce emissions.

GAIKER is researching new materials to meet these new requirements. More specifically, we are involved in several European projects in which we study the introduction of new fuels, such as H2 and the design of new materials (such as FMLs) for various applications, such as the battery box of the electric car, taking into account mechanical and reaction to fire requirements duly tested by our accredited laboratories.