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Incredibly Lightweight Substances

Aerographite Material is Now the Lightest Material on Earth

— July 14, 2012 — Tech
Aerographite material is officially the lightest substance ever created by humankind. Its predecessors included aerogel, a NASA concoction that was formed of 99.9% air, and metallic microlattice, an element with a record density of 0.9 mg/cm³.

This scientific breakthrough surpasses even the best of these past designs. Its 0.2 mg/cm³ density is in tune with its ghostly characteristics, seen by way of its near transparent form. Teams at the Hamburg University of Technology and at the University of Kiel created Aerographite with the use of carbon tubes, cultivated progressively on a minute spectrum. Its propensity for the conduction of electricity and ability to support weight will also be essential to its success in the realms of astrology, biology and chemistry.
Trend Themes
1. Ultra-lightweight Materials - The development of incredibly lightweight substances like Aerographite presents opportunities for disruptive innovations in industries that require lightweight materials.
2. Transparent Materials - The near transparent form of Aerographite opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in industries that can benefit from transparent and lightweight materials.
3. Conductive and Load-bearing Materials - The ability of Aerographite to conduct electricity and support weight creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in industries that require both properties in their materials.
Industry Implications
1. Astrology - The development of incredibly lightweight and transparent materials like Aerographite can revolutionize the construction of space exploration equipment and satellites.
2. Biology - The use of Aerographite's lightweight and transparent properties can lead to advancements in areas such as biodegradable scaffolds, tissue engineering, and microfluidics.
3. Chemistry - The conductive nature of Aerographite offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the development of efficient and lightweight batteries, catalysts, and conductive coatings.
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