Certain materials just look like they belong on a space colony of some sort. Titanium is one of these materials; carbon fiber is another. It's easy to picture that iconic carbon fiber weave pattern against a harsh lunar landscape, or perhaps integrated into the sleek controls of a spaceship.

Carbon fiber is a high-tech material with an incredible strength-to-weight ratio. It's stronger than steel, lighter than aluminum, and resists corrosion. It was initially developed for aerospace applications, but soon became an important material for sporting goods (like vaulting poles, bikes, and longboards) as well as musical instruments (like bagpipes, guitars, and cellos).

And now, it's entering the world of pens.