This document discusses 3M's core technology platforms and materials that can be applied across multiple industries. It highlights 46 core technology platforms that 3M has developed successful new products from by making uncommon connections. Examples shown include materials for building envelopes like flashing tapes and vapor barriers that improve building energy efficiency. Optical films for light and energy management in displays and solar applications are also summarized. These include reflective polarizers for LCD displays and solar films that reject infrared energy while transmitting visible light.