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Spinoff story

Neurological Devices, Racecars, Antennas Benefit from NASA Heat Shield Material

A real-world story of NASA technology finding a life beyond the mission.

About this technology

Overview

Advanced plastic aerogel insulation provides industry with durable, flexible material that insulates without blocking radio signals. Blueshift Materials Inc. licensed a polyimide aerogel formula from NASA and used the recipe to develop its own proprietary version, AeroZero, which improves the efficiency of electronics, vehicles, and more.