There was this young founder of a lightweight hiking gear brand in the US. He came to us wanting a four-section folding trekking pole – the kind that packs really short, small enough to fit in a da...
The manufacture, uses, and future of this strong, lightweight material
Also called graphite fiber or carbon graphite, carbon fiber consists of very thin strands of the element carbon. These fibers ...
Background: A Retired Pro’s Obsession
In early 2024, we received an inquiry from James, the founder of a rising billiard brand based in California. A retired professional 9-ball player, James had l...
In fiber reinforced composites, fiberglass is the “workhorse” of the industry. It is used in many applications and is very competitive with traditional materials such as wood, metal, an...
Carbon fiber is, exactly what it sounds like — fiber made of carbon. But, these fibers are only a base. What is commonly referred to as carbon fiber is a material consisting of very thin filaments ...