Bio-based compound offers a greener carbon fiber alternative

(University of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center) From cars and bicycles to airplanes and space shuttles, manufacturers around the world are trying to make these vehicles lighter, which helps lower fuel use and lessen the environmental footprint. But with the industry relying on petroleum products to make carbon fiber today, could we instead use renewable sources?
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