Security and Defence
At AIMPLAS, we align our R&D&I capabilities with the major challenges facing the Security and Defence sector. We work within the framework of national sovereignty objectives and STEP priorities, delivering technological solutions that address the strategic priorities of the ETID, the European Defence Strategy and NATO.
Our expertise in polymers, composites and additive manufacturing enables the development of advanced materials, operational sustainability solutions and next-generation protection systems for the modern soldier.
Challenges and Solutions for Security and Defence
Development of functional compounds that raise the standards of personal protection.
- Passive protection: Materials with ballistic, cut-resistant and impact-resistant properties.
- Soldier comfort: Development of monitoring sensors to assess the soldier’s physical condition.
Advanced solutions for critical platforms and structures.
- Signature management and advanced protection: Development of thermoplastic and thermoset materials to reduce radar, infrared (IR), acoustic and visual signatures, together with electromagnetic shielding.
- Flame retardancy: Development of additives and compounds with advanced fire protection properties.
- Thermal conductivity: Development of advanced materials for thermal management.
- High ceramic and metal loading materials: Development of materials with advanced performance capabilities.
- Integrated sensing for SHM: Development and integration of sensors with a range of detection capabilities for Structural Health Monitoring (SHM).
Innovative solutions for energy storage and management.
- Hydrogen storage: Lightweight thermoplastic tanks with UD tape technology and enhanced liners.
- Batteries and supercapacitors: Development of conductive polymers and nanofiller-reinforced composites to improve thermal stability and reduce weight.
- Protection systems: Energy system protection through functionalised multimaterial structures.
- Sustainable fuel development: Strategies for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
Ensuring operational capability in remote and post-conflict environments through portable solutions.
- Water quality: Portable filtration systems using functionalised membranes to capture and remove contaminants under extreme conditions.
- Water logistics: Water transport using biodegradable gel encapsulation and flexible storage solutions.
- Bioremediation: Biological systems for the detection and removal of contaminants from soil and water in post-conflict areas.
Digitalisation and on-demand manufacturing for greater operational autonomy.
- Printed electronics: Integration of IoT sensors into smart structures and heated textiles.
- Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): Small- and large-format printing for on-site production, ensuring logistical sovereignty.
- RF antennas: Printed antennas integrated into structures for radio communication systems.
We apply AIMPLAS’ sustainability model to the defence sector.
- Critical raw material recovery: Recovery of critical raw materials (CRMs) and valorisation of end-of-life military vehicles.
- Sustainable packaging: Compostable packaging for military rations and low-environmental-impact transport packaging.
AIMPLAS is a Technology Centre with more than 35 years of experience in plastics and polymer materials, supporting innovation from concept to industrial application.
Our R&D&I, testing and consultancy capabilities are aligned with the key strategic priorities of the Security and Defence sector.
Expertise across more than 20 technological capability areas, with particular strength in Area 3 (Technologies for bases, platforms and the soldier) and Area 9 (The Soldier).
Capabilities spanning TRL 1 to 6, with the ability to scale developments through our own pilot plants.
More than 50 pilot plants for materials processing, complemented by specialised laboratories for durability, fire performance, chemical resistance, fatigue and vibration testing, as well as an ISO 7 cleanroom.
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