How can cellulose be turned into a fibre that conducts light? And what potential do renewable raw materials hold for future technologies?
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In her talk, Heidi Englberger from the Technical University of Munich will present the latest research on cellulose-based optical fibres. The focus is on a new, solvent-free manufacturing process that can be used to produce sustainable polymer fibres for light transmission from cellulose derivatives.
Whilst conventional optical polymer fibres are usually based on fossil-based plastics, cellulose offers a renewable alternative. The fibres presented demonstrate stable light transmission in the visible and near-infrared spectrum and could therefore be of particular interest for short-distance applications.
The talk provides fascinating insights into the connection between cellulose, materials research and sustainable technology, and demonstrates how a natural raw material can be transformed into an innovative material for the future.
The Haus des Papiers Museum invites you to discover cellulose from a scientific and technological perspective.
- Please register in advance
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Dates
September 2026
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