In conversation: The next generation of alloys "The Future of Materials Summit"
The Future of Materials Summit
By The Economist
A new age for manufacturing
November 13th - 14th 2017 | Luxembourg
In conversation: The next generation of alloys
New materials are revolutionising manufacturing, but not without a battle from existing ones.
Aluminium is one such incumbent, and its producers are using it to develop lightweight alloys that are easier and faster than past versions to shape into intricate forms.
In this interview, we will invite two chief executives to discuss how these lightweight materials have helped create new industries and transform existing ones.