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Zephir Project is redefining high-performance sailing by
combining speed, sustainability, and cutting-edge engineering.

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Unmatched balance of strength and lightness

Zephir Project is redefining high-performance sailing by combining speed, sustainability, and cutting-edge engineering.

Co-founded by industrial innovation expert Marc Amerigo and 26-time world champion windsurfer Antoine Albeau, the project is breaking new ground in eco-friendly marine mobility and record-breaking sailing technology.
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A crucial factor behind Zephir Project's  approach is the evaluation of TeXtreme®, an advanced composite material that provides  an unmatched balance of strength and  lightness. The project explores the potential  of TeXtreme® configurations that optimize  structural integrity, weight efficiency, and  mechanical performance. Among these, the  0/90 Spread Tow Carbon Fabrics stand out for their ability to eliminate crimping, ensuring  superior fiber alignment and refined load distribution. 

For applications requiring exceptional  torsional rigidity, the +/- 45 biaxial Spread Tow fabric enhances resistance to twisting forces  while maintaining lightweight construction. In  parallel, the Gapped UD variant offers an  innovative solution for resin infusion, creating efficient resin pathways that improve wet-out  and structural stability without adding excess material.

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Integrating TeXtreme®

Integrating TeXtreme® into hydrofoils, fins, and other critical components unlocks the potential to achieve significant weight reduction while preserving the structural strength needed for extreme speeds. The Spread Tow technology minimizes unnecessary resin, reducing weight while increasing stiffness, contributing to greater energy absorption, impact resistance, and long-term durability. These advancements position Zephir Project at the forefront of next-generation high-speed sailing.
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The development of an aerodynamically optimized fairing

Marc Amerigo s previous work with TeXtreme® played a key role in Eric Barone s world-record mountain bike speed achievement. The development of an aerodynamically optimized fairing, utilizing TeXtreme® composites, enabled Barone to reach an unbeaten 227.72 km/h in 2017. This world record demonstrated TeXtreme® s superior strength-to-weight ratio and its ability to withstand extreme forces while delivering peak performance. The same technology now positions Zephir Project to push the boundaries of high-speed sailing.
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- Marc Amerigo, Co Founder of Zephir Project

" The excellent point in terms of cross communication between our entities is to show that carbon fibers bring exceptional mechanical results. The quality of your TeXtreme® products allows their use in an extremely efficient way in our composite structures like the fins and multiple types of hydrofoils.

 

- Marc Amerigo, Co Founder of Zephir Project

Zephir Project continues to refine and develop  new prototypes while keeping innovation and  sustainability at the core. The evaluation of  TeXtreme® advanced composite technology  highlights its potential to enhance speed and  durability while contributing to a more energy-efficient and sustainable future for high-performance sailing.

Harnessing the benefits of TeXtreme®, Zephir  Project is positioned to set a new benchmark in competitive sailing. This collaboration highlights how TeXtreme®'s game-changing  solutions are shaping the future of  performance-driven industries. Companies  looking to push the limits of their own designs  will find TeXtreme® to be the ultimate material for achieving groundbreaking results.

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