Aluminum-based Electrical Connector (IMAGE) Technical University of Munich (TUM) Caption This CAD drawing shows an innovative electrical connector based on aluminum conductors instead of copper. It's part of a project to remove obstacles to using this lighter, less expensive material in electric cars and other vehicles. Credit Copyright TU Muenchen Usage Restrictions This image may be freely used in news coverage of the TU Muenchen. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.