Summary
Researchers in China have created a new type of super-strong fiber that could improve bulletproof vests. This fiber is stronger and more effective than the current standard, Kevlar, while also being thinner. The new material combines carbon nanotubes and aramid fibers in a specific way to enhance its protective abilities.
Key Facts
- Researchers in China developed a new super-strong fiber.
- This fiber could improve bulletproof vests and protective gear.
- The new material is stronger and thinner than Kevlar, the current standard.
- It combines carbon nanotubes with aramid fibers.
- The fiber's structure blocks slippage, improving strength and toughness.
- Compared to Kevlar, this new fiber performs better in ballistic tests.
- The research focuses on the alignment of fiber materials to enhance performance.
