瑞士工程科技公司CompPair Technologies研发复合材料自修复技术,提升复合材料使用寿命 | 瑞士创新100强
3 6 Ke·2025-12-30 01:57

Company Overview - CompPair Technologies, founded in 2020, specializes in self-healing composite materials technology, which allows for rapid repair of damaged fiber-reinforced composites through heating [2][6] - The company is a spin-off from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and was co-founded by Amael Cohades and Robin Trigueira, both of whom have strong academic backgrounds in materials science [2] Technology and Innovation - CompPair has developed a proprietary technology called HealTech™, which enables fiber-reinforced composites to self-repair by activating the resin in damaged areas through localized heating (100°C-150°C) [6] - This technology can restore initial performance and enhance the lifespan of materials, improving crack resistance by 30% and damping by 80%, while achieving a repair speed that is 400 times faster than conventional methods [6] - HealTech™ allows for a 100% repair rate and can be used over 60 times, effectively addressing issues like delamination, micro-cracks, and scratches [6] Market Potential - The global composite materials market is currently valued at $100 billion, with a projected loss of $22 billion by 2026 due to damage and waste [4] - The focus in the composite materials industry is shifting from recycling to repair and maintenance, with the composite repair market estimated to exceed $20 billion [4] Applications and Collaborations - CompPair's technology is applicable in various sectors, including aerospace, outdoor sports, and high-end consumer products [7] - The company collaborates with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop low-temperature aerospace prepreg products and with companies like Decathlon and Salomon for material development in sports equipment [7] Funding and Recognition - CompPair raised CHF 950,000 in seed funding in March 2021 and completed a new funding round in December 2023 with investors including InnoSuisse and Eurostar [8] - The company is listed in the 2025 TOP100 Swiss Startups, highlighting its innovative potential and market prospects [10]