-
Creation
Kevlar developed by Stephanie Kwolek,a research scientist,by spinning fiber from liquid crystalline solutions.Primary purpose to replace steel cords in tires -
Period: to
Kevlar's history
-
Kevlar
The fiber had been refined and tested further, and was introduced to the world as Kevlar -
Body Armor
Field tested as a body armor. -
Summer Olympics
Roof of stadium was design with Kevlar in mind as well as being used as the main supporting structure of the roof. -
U.S. Military involvment
The U.S. Military adopted Kevlar as a body armor for flank jackets and in PASGT -
Protective apparel
U.S. Military specifies that protective apparel worm by personal must contain Kevlar. -
Kevlar 29
First time used in Military uniforms such as flank jackets and PASGT's. Was bulletproof-minus armor pircing rounds- as was as chemical, flame and cut resistant. -
PASGT helmet and vest
Purchased by the U.S. Military, hte PASGT vest and helmet provide above average protection against fragmentations. As well as even more flame and heat resistance. -
CVC vest
Superior protection from spall, fragmention. Deson't melt or support combustion in air. -
Gulf War
Kevlar body armor reduced the number of casualties in operation Desert Storm and thereafter. -
Kevlar Correctional
100% soft woven fabric for stab protection. -
Codebow
Kevlar in bows for string instruments provide strength, flexibility, and stability for the bow's user. -
Froid Razr
Moterola announced that their new cellphone would have a Kevlar backplate due to its resilience and lack of interference with signal transmission
