MADFLEX DOUBLE-FACE PANEL FOR DISRUPTING DYNAMIC SOLUTIONS MADLY STRONG. SUPER FLEX

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1 MADFLEX DOUBLE-FACE PANEL FOR DISRUPTING DYNAMIC SOLUTIONS MADLY STRONG. SUPER FLEX All rights reserved to Composite Research srl

2 MadFlex Market SPORTS & LEISURE BUILDING AUTOMOTIVE & NAUTICAL Protection devices and easy to transport equipment Retractable covers and tensile structures Convertible tops and car- body elements HEALTHCARE Orthopaedic devices AEROSPACE Aerodynamic elements

3 Present Challenges Today Tomorrow Structural efficiency/ Insulation Lightness/ Ease of transport Aluminium Lightness Tensile strength/ density ratio Thermal conductivity Flexibility Steel Final results achieved through the use of: Complex systems to create folding parts (metallic hinges, junctions, etc.); Additional layers of materials increased costs and labour ABS Carbon fiber MADFLEX 3

4 CoRe s Solution The MadFlex An amazing combination of the pros of: Lightness Acoustic and thermal insulation High stiffness Flexibility Vibration damping High strength TECHNICAL FABRICS INSULATING FOAMS STRUCTURAL MATERIALS 4

5 What s The Madflex A multi-layered composite material panel. Flexible on the one side FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE - Combination of materials - Thickness - Mechanical properties Crushproof on the other - Aesthetic finish Carbon fiber becomes flexible 5

6 Why The MadFlex Lightness 4 times lighter than ABS and aluminium 20% lighter than traditional composite sandwiches NO need for mechanical hinges Acoustic and thermal insulation 3 times higher than steel and aluminium, 2 times higher than ABS Vibration damping Thin panels behave like rigid ones Aluminium Steel Weight in kg Ease of transport MadFlex 9 m rollable in 20 cm

7 Tensile strength/density ratio 5 times more efficient than structural steel Flame resistance In accordance with current regulations Thermoformability Curved shapes are now easy to achieve Aluminium Global Warming in CO2eq. Steel Low environmental impact MadFlex 5 times lower than ABS and aluminium 0,00 20,00 40,00 60,00 80,00 7

8 MadFlex is a product on-demand. Composite Research can create tailored solutions, able to satisfy customers requests. We can build ad hoc panels, modulating the MadFlex mechanical properties, its chemical characteristics and the aesthetic finishing. In other words, from a single patented idea, we can obtain a thousand solutions. The MadFlex can be easily produced along with traditional composite sandwich panels, obtaining components that are rigid in some areas and flexible in others. Similarly, it is possible to create fabrics with reinforced areas in Madflex. Here below a comparison between 1m x 1m panels, supported at the two sides and with the same deflection under a 200 kg load. The weight of the different solutions depends on the density and the thickness of each panel. The figure shows the convection heat loss compared with the base case (MadFlex) considering two different temperatures above (lower) and below (higher) the plane. Heat loss 100% MADFLEX 1.7 kg Heat loss 210% Heat loss 300% Heat loss 280% Heat loss 300% ABS (plastic) 10 kg ALUMINIUM 7.8 kg SAFETY GLASS 7.7 kg STEEL kg

9 MadFlex Hinge Connecting Composites Tightness and impermeability Weight reduction No concentration of efforts No energy waste Integration in the existing productive cycle Thermoformability High resistance to any environmental factors Better performances in less than half the weight 9

10 MadFlex Wheelchair Seat Our First Prototype Guinness load up to 500 kg No deterioration due to materials aging No need for additional solid seats Superior lightness Cheaper: 2 goals = 1 product Solid and stable like a rigid model Flexible and easy to transport like a fabric alternative Rise in the spinal cord injuries Surge in global obesity level Aging population More productive lifestyle led by the disabled

11 Sports & Leisure Folding wheelchairs Easy to store and transport sports equipment Protection devices Fitness accessories Aerodynamic elements and extreme sports sails MADFLEX SECTOR PROS Lightness Flexibility no need for metallic junctions Biocompatibility Vibration damping Reduction in bulk ease of storage and transport Durability Fast mounting Wide range of aesthetic finish Low environmental impact Thermoformability in any desired shape 11

12 Building Covers and tensile structures Facade panels and architectural enclosures Emergency structures Inflatable structures Blinds and shading systems Sliding doors Design elements MADFLEX SECTOR PROS Lightness with a reduction of the load on the load bearing structures Self-support no need for metallic junctions High insulation Higher traction, cutting and punching resistance Vibration damping Ease of transport and mounting Durability Anti-seismic properties Wide range of aesthetic finish Low environmental impact Thermoformability in any desired shape 12

13 Automotive Sunroofs and convertible tops Car body elements for ultra-light vehicles Cargo load floors and parcel shelves Bedliners and luggage racks Aerodynamic elements MADFLEX SECTOR PROS Lightness - Lower fuel consumption High insulating properties - Greater climatic comfort Vibration damping Flexibility - Reduction in bulk and in air-leakage losses High traction, cutting and deterioration resistance Wide range of aesthetic finish Low environmental impact - In compliance with existing stringent regulations 13

14 Nautical Boat awnings Walkways Inflatables and tenders Interior design elements Sails MADFLEX SECTOR PROS Lightness with a reduction of the load on the load bearing structures Self-support no need for metallic junctions High insulation Higher traction, cutting and punching resistance Vibration damping ideal at high speed Ease of transport and mounting Durability Wide range of aesthetic finish Low environmental impact Thermoformability in any desired shape 14

15 Healthcare Folding wheelchair Folding emergency devices Orthopedic and rehabilitative devices Retractable access ramps MADFLEX SECTOR PROS Lightness Flexibility no need for metallic junctions Biocompatibility -greater comfort in contact with the skin Reduction in bulk ease of movement Durability Wide range of aesthetic finish Thermoformability in any desired shape 15

16 Aerospace Retractable interior panels and design elements Aerodynamic elements and drones Coatings for ultra-light vehicles Expandable space modules MADFLEX SECTOR PROS Lightness with a reduction of the load on the load bearing structures Self-support no need for metallic junctions High insulation Higher traction, cutting and punching resistance Vibration damping ideal at high speed Ease of transport and mounting Durability Wide range of aesthetic finish Low environmental impact Thermoformability in any desired shape 16

17 Intellectual Property Technology patented in Italy International patent application judged innovative by the WTO Patent extension in USA and Europe 17

18 Collaborations & Partners 2016 CoRe winner of the Innovation booster call promoted by 18

19 Meet The Team Eugenio FOSSAT, 29 R&D Manager Chemistry student, 3-year-experience in the R&D sector and in composite materials. Marco MORRONE, 32 Business strategy development and customers relationship manager Seven-year- experience as financial adviser, M&A consultant, event organizer Nicola GIULIETTI, 33 Project Manager Master in energetic engineering and bachelor in environmental engineering; 4-year-experience in the R&D sector and in composite materials. Nadia CEOLIN, 33 Business strategy development and communication manager Master degree in international corporate communication, 7-year experience as financial adviser and event organizer. Cesare MANGONE Equity investor CEO and President of Progetti, international leading company in the field of medical devices. Luigi COSTA Equity investor PhD Polymer Chemistry Professor at the University of Turin, Italy.

20 Contacts Registered office: Composite Research srl Piazza AVIS, Pinerolo, Turin, Italy Follow us on Eugenio Nicola Marco Nadia info@composite-research.com 20

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