Secure, robust, integrated data transfer through composites

摘要

A breakthrough at TWI has led to the creation of data transfer technology that can be seamlessly incorporated into composite materials to create a high-capacity, resilient data transfer network. Through a patented process, 'SurFlow' transmits data in the form of electromagnetic waves that travel through composite parts. The system uses no wires or fibre optics and, unlike wireless data transfer, cannot be intercepted remotely. By turning a composite part into a 'smart' composite, the technology integrates a data network into a component's physical structure. The system is capable of transmitting data at up to 6 Gbps and can continue to function even if the composite part suffers damage.