Capable of resisting oxidation even at temperatures of 1000°C, the alloy boasts of low weight, high strength, and superior heat resistance, reports Manoj Verma. Jodhpur: In a significant development that could literally reshape India s defense, space, and aviation sectors, researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur in Rajasthan have developed an advanced lightweight alloy offering superior protection against oxidation, even at extreme temperatures reaching up to 1,000°C.