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Advancements in Carbon Fiber Technology and Composite Parts

In recent decades, carbon fiber has become the preferred choice over traditional steel, titanium, and aluminum parts in many applications due to its exceptional strength, rigidity, and lightweight characteristics. This comparison can be seen in the DragonPlate article where they compared standard carbon fiber to aluminum and saw that the specific tensile strength is approximately 3.8 times that of aluminum and a specific stiffness 1.71 times greater than aluminum. 

However, as a leader in advanced structural composites, we don’t use ordinary carbon fiber. Instead, we are revolutionizing the automotive industry by applying years of rigorous research and development in finding the perfect synergy between varying fiber types, fiber architectures, resin systems, and manufacturing processes. This has allowed us to engineer each of our parts to leverage the benefits of specific treatments and formulas to withstand the harshest engine environments.

So what does this mean for your engine? Carbon fiber stands out in situations where achieving high strength-to-weight or high stiffness-to-weight ratios is crucial. The minimal weight of our powertrain and valvetrain components also carry less momentum, meaning they will put less stress on their surroundings, increase safety for your driver and engine, and increase your motor response time. Additionally, the high stiffness of our carbon composite diminishes and deadens the harmful harmonic effects that accumulate in a traditional metal engine. Furthermore, the low thermal expansion of carbon fiber adds to its value, proving advantageous for maintaining precise dimensions at extreme temperatures, allowing compatibility for any fuel type. Finally, our composites do not yield and accumulate wear like incumbent metals, giving our components an extremely long lifespan. As a result of all these properties, the engine as a whole will also benefit by experiencing less stresses and preventing damage from part failures, making composite parts a long-term and cost-effective investment for guaranteed performance.