The IFW Dresden is the first and only institution in Germany that can produce pure carbon yarns from vapor phase deposition. The method differs from conventional methods, which merely apply carbon nanotubes to an artificial carrier thread. In contrast, the well-known outstanding properties of carbon nanotubes can be directly transferred to the microscale by vapor phase deposition. The yarns are a promising material for industrial applications due to their high thermal and electrical conductivity and mechanical strength. For mass production, the research group is currently looking for suitable industrial partners who would like to advance this key technology.