On Youth Day, a team of 40 young engineers and technicians from Luoyang Zhengju New Materials traveled to Xinhua Primary School in a mountainous area, bringing a "Tech Experience Camp" to over 200 rural students. This initiative, blending the company’s expertise in new materials with a passion for education, aimed to bridge the urban-rural tech gap and inspire young minds.
The camp kicked off with a "Magic of Materials" exhibition. Using interactive displays, volunteers showcased the company’s innovative composites—lightweight panels stronger than steel, heat-resistant films, and biodegradable packaging. A 12-year-old student, Xiaoming, widened his eyes as he held a ultra-thin composite sheet that could support the weight of a textbook. "Is this what spaceships are made of?" he asked, prompting laughter and a detailed explanation from 26-year-old engineer, Zhang Wei.
Next was the "Hands-on Innovation Workshop". Students divided into groups to build small projects using Zhengju’s eco-friendly composite parts: model bridges with composite beams, solar-powered toy cars with lightweight composite frames, and waterproof pencil cases made from recycled materials. 30-year-old technician Li Na guided a group of girls, saying, "It’s not just about building—this is how we learn to solve problems, step by step."
A highlight was the "Virtual Factory Tour". Using tablets donated by the company, students "visited" Zhengju’s smart production line via 360° videos, watching how raw materials transform into high-tech composites. "I want to work in a factory like this someday!" exclaimed 10-year-old Lulu, raising her hand to ask how to become a materials scientist.
The team also set up a "Future Scientists’ Corner" in the school library, stocked with science books, DIY experiment kits, and a display of Zhengju’s material samples with simple explanations. The company promised to send volunteer mentors monthly to guide students’ science projects.
Principal Wang expressed gratitude: "These children rarely get to touch cutting-edge technology. This camp isn’t just fun—it’s opening doors they didn’t know existed."
As the day ended, students presented their handmade models to the volunteers, who gave each child a "Tech Dream Notebook" made from recycled composite paper. "Youth Day means passing on curiosity and possibility," said team leader Zhao Yang. "Today, these kids taught us just as much—their wonder reminds us why we innovate."
With laughter and promises to return, the volunteers left, leaving behind not just materials and gadgets, but a spark of ambition in Xinhua Primary School. For Luoyang Zhengju’s youth, this Youth Day was a reminder that technology, when paired with care, can build a bridge to a brighter future for all.
