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Carbon Fiber

By

Scientist

Used in

Engineering • Aerospace • Automotive • Sports • Military • Construction

Made from

Carbon atoms

Inventions

Skyscrapers • Aircraft • Armored vehicles • Sports equipment • Racing cars

Properties

Lightweight • High strength • Durability • Corrosion resistance • Low thermal expansion • High stiffness

Discovered in

1850s French

Impact on society

Revolutionized engineering, aviation, automotive, and sports industries

Carbon Fiber