In a joint development project, IWC Schaffhausen and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed the first watch cases made from a ceramic matrix composite (CMC) material. Fibre-reinforced ceramics combine the hardness and scratch-resistance of conventional ceramic with the benefits of fibre composite materials, like high damage tolerance and extreme resistance to temperature shocks. The knowledge gained from this engineering collaboration helped DLR to further improve their smaller scale fibre-reinforced ceramic components for satellite propulsion systems. At an event at the DLR site in Stuttgart, representatives from the Swiss luxury watch manufacturer and the renowned research institution shared exclusive insights into their collaboration.
Since the 1980s, IWC Schaffhausen has acquired a comprehensive expertise in advanced materials. One area of focus is ceramic. The Swiss luxury watch manufacturer was a pioneer…
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