# Incredibly Lightweight Substances Aerographite Material is Now the Lightest Material on Earth By Jordy E | Published 2012-07-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredibly-lightweight-material1 References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5925717/aerographite-is-the-lightest-material-ever-made) & [onlinelibrary.wiley](http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/adma.201200491/abstract) Aerographite material is officially the lightest substance ever created by humankind. Its predecessors included aerogel, a [NASA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martian-aerogel-jacket) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helmet-liner) created Aerographite with the use of [carbon tubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-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 Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ultra-lightweight Materials:** The development of incredibly lightweight substances like Aerographite presents opportunities for disruptive innovations in industries that require lightweight materials. - **Transparent Materials:** The near transparent form of Aerographite opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in industries that can benefit from transparent and lightweight materials. - **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. ### Where This Applies - **Astrology:** The development of incredibly lightweight and transparent materials like Aerographite can revolutionize the construction of space exploration equipment and satellites. - **Biology:** The use of Aerographite's lightweight and transparent properties can lead to advancements in areas such as biodegradable scaffolds, tissue engineering, and microfluidics. - **Chemistry:** The conductive nature of Aerographite offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the development of efficient and lightweight batteries, catalysts, and conductive coatings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Air-Infused Material Experiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara.md) - [Lightweight Mechanical Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ming-lw01-manual.md) - [Featherlight Carbon Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-x-revolution-chronomaster-revival-a3818.md) - [Featherweight Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typec-ultra.md) - [Featherlight Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperlite-mountain-gear-mid-1-tent.md) - [Carbon Fiber Subway Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cetrovo-10-carbon-star-rapid-rail.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Electric Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-electric-wheelchair.md) - [Salvaged Spacecraft Material Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martian-aerogel-jacket.md) - [Ultra-Thin Functional Leather Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-leather-organza.md)