Scientists developing bio-based carbon fibres being "showered with requests" for sustainable version of the wonder material
Scientists developing bio-based carbon fibres being "showered with requests" for sustainable version of the wonder material

Scientists are working on carbon fibres made from biomaterials instead of fossil fuels in an attempt to create a version that does not generate carbon emissions.

Bio-based carbon fibres could be used to build lightweight electric cars with greater battery range, according to senior scientist Dr Erik Frank.

 

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