Challenge completedAlternatives to electrodeposited coatings
Traditional electroplating in watchmaking presents challenges related to security, safety, and ecological impact. In partnership with this Swiss watchmaking company, we're seeking novel coating solutions for gold and nickel (or nickel-alternatives), exploring new techniques & materials. Join us in pioneering safer, sustainable innovations and scale your approaches with our partner, a renowned Swiss watchmaking company.
Who can take part? Open to startups, tech companies, researchers, and materials innovators with a knack for advancing coating & sustainability
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How to submit
- Submission template (mandatory): A standard template is available. The template will help you structure your solutions and approaches. Download the Submission Template here
- Optional Content: You can try to stand out and also supplement your submission with prototypes, image and video materials, or other concepts or visual elements.
Mandatory Questions
These three questions should definitely be addressed as part of your concept:
- Alternative Approach: What innovative techniques and/or materials do you propose to replace traditional gold and nickel electroplating? And how does your solution address security, safety, and ecological concerns?
- Quality Assurance: How will your solution ensure that the necessary properties, such as corrosion resistance, adherence, and aesthetic quality, are maintained across different materials?
- Integration and Scalability: How can your solution be effectively implemented within current manufacturing processes, considering the variety of substrates and geometries?