Aerospace & Defense

Perform reliably in extreme environments. Evonik's high-performance polymers and specialty materials are engineered to withstand elevated temperatures, aggressive chemicals, and demanding operating conditions across aerospace and defense applications.

PRODUCTS:

• ROHACELL® foam cores with excellent thermal stability during composite processing
• VESTAKEEP® PEEK for components exposed to high temperatures and mechanical loads
• P84® high-temperature polyimide polymer for extreme thermal and chemical environments
• SILIKOFTAL® silicone-modified polyester resins for heat-resistant and corrosion-protection
• SILIKOPHEN® silicone resin technology for high-temperatures and thermal protection systems
• TEGO® Therm thermal management additives for improved heat transfer and temperature control

APPLICATIONS:

• Engine and propulsion system components
• Structural composite parts exposed to elevated temperatures
• Aircraft interiors requiring flame, smoke, and toxicity compliance
• Thermal insulation systems for aerospace and space applications

BENEFITS:

• Outstanding thermal stability and heat resistance
• Retention of mechanical properties at elevated temperatures
• Reduced weight compared to metal alternatives
• Enhanced reliability in demanding aerospace environments

Protect critical components in the most demanding environments. Evonik's high-performance polymers and composite materials deliver outstanding impact resistance, durability, and damage tolerance, helping aerospace and defense systems withstand mechanical stress, vibration, and harsh operating conditions.

PRODUCTS:

• ROHACELL® foam cores for lightweight, damage-tolerant sandwich structures
• VESTAKEEP® PEEK for high-strength components exposed to impact and wear
• VESTAMID® polyamides for tough, lightweight structural parts
• NANOPOX® nanoparticle-modified epoxy systems
• ALBIDUR®, ALBIPOX® high-performance toughened epoxy systems

APPLICATIONS:

• Aircraft interior and exterior composite structures
• Radomes and UAV components
• Helicopter and rotorcraft parts
• Defense equipment housings and protective structures

BENEFITS:

• High impact and damage resistance
• Excellent fatigue performance and durability
• Reduced maintenance and longer service life
• Lightweight protection without compromising strength

Evonik supplies essential binder and curing components for composite solid rocket propellants. Together, these materials enable the production of high-performance propellant grains with the mechanical strength and energy characteristics required for demanding aerospace and defense applications.

PRODUCTS:

• POLYVEST® Hydroxy-Terminated Polybutadiene (HTPB) forms the polymer matrix of composite solid rocket propellants and contributes to their energy output
• VESTANAT® diisocyanates as curing agents to create durable propellant formulations that deliver high performance under demanding conditions

APPLICATIONS:

• Binders and curing agents for solid rocket propellants

BENEFITS:

• Reliable European sourcing
• High energy density for superior propulsion performance
• Full backward integration for enhanced supply security