The Stacks
What types of client projects we are working on or recently worked on?
https://vimeo.com/734189686/f5ea3f99ed It should come as no surprise that we have been working on a lot of sustainability projects. Some examples of this include finding more environmentally …
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New developments in composites inspired by JEC
Material ConneXion’s EVP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent discusses new developments and trends in composites that were showcased at JEC World 2022. …
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Biochar
Biochar is a lightweight black residue made from ash and carbon. As you’ve likely seen before, a stack of firewood will produce black residue as it burns. This black residue, or biochar, is created by …
Material Profile: Bio-NIPU
Polyurethane formulations derived from 100% renewable feedstocks. This innovation uses a green chemical pathway without using toxic isocyanates that can be used for coatings, elastomers and foams. …
Top Five Materials: July 2022
MC 875902 Herculan from TMC Ltd. The first lightweight strong wool yarn is as durable as carpet but light and comfortable to wear with natural abrasion shield for high-performance applications. The …
Download the July 2022 Trend Report
We're thrilled to be launching the first monthly Trend Report, exclusively on the Material Insights platform. Our first Trend Report titled "Eunomia" is meant to inspire material minded design …
Bio-derived Pigments and Dyes
In this month’s Miniscape we will be talking about the latest developments in bio-derived pigments and dyes. One that I’m excited about is a spinout company from a development out of the …
July 2022 Trend Report Preview
Starting July 1st, the Material Insights platform will be launching monthly exclusive trend forecasting reports for our members. The first report, titled "Eunomia" is meant to inspire material minded …
How to Choose the right Sustainable Plastic
Companies and product designers are becoming increasingly interested in how to choose the right sustainable plastic for their product. This task can sometimes be daunting with the myriad of options on …
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The Future of Materials Presentation
Last week Material ConneXion's EVP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent presented on The Future of Materials for Design at Nonfiction Design, part of San Francisco Design. Watch his presentation in its' …
Material Profile: Architectural Membrane
This is an architectural membrane that collects and stores heat from solar energy, inspired by polar bear fur. The membrane is comprised of 50% polyester, 25% wax, and 25% polypropylene. The …
Biophilic Design: In Harmony with Nature
Our interest in nature has been increasing significantly over the last 20 to 30 years. Partly due to sustainability and partly due to the increased amount of urbanization. But we understand that our …
Structural Color
The colors we find in nature do not come from pigments nor paints. The vibrant blues that you find in a butterfly wing or the green-blue patterns showcased in the plume of a peacock’s feather are in …
Biomimicry Examples
For this episode of Ask an Expert, Andrew Dent, Ph.D, EVP of material research at MaterialConneXion reviews four examples of Biomimicry with real effectiveness. …
Material Minded Sustainable Design and Experiences
Between the Paris agreement and the recent classical climate pact, we consume over half a trillion tons of virgin materials. That's creating a massive supply gap of over 90%. To close this gap we need …
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