Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)
Tribol Braking
Improving composite braking performance through advanced composite materials
Tribol Braking brings revolutionary, multi-patented approaches to manufacturing high-performance composite braking components for the automotive sector that are lighter, and last longer. Research-led, Tribol Braking combines cutting-edge materials, science and manufacturing solutions with focussed industrial engagement.
Highlights
- Advanced strategic business development including researching new markets, securing IP, validating technology to market‑entry level, building stronger stakeholder relationships, and accessing tailored automotive‑sector expertise.
- Advanced technology readiness, enabling pads to meet demanding race and track‑only performance standards.
- Accelerated manufacturing capability, with the first 1,000 production plates produced.
- Delivered production‑ready tooling, fully designed, manufactured, and commissioned.
- Supported team growth, resulting in the company’s first hire and one new job created.
- Enabled successful investment conversations, helping attract a £500,000 private equity investment.
- Secured funding for a Scale-up Feasibility Study examining how to move from Pilot to Demonstrator scale to facilitate the move to wider OEM adoption.