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Kevlar [ˈkɛvˌlɑː] n ™ a synthetic fibre, consisting of long-chain polyamides, having high tensile strength and temperate resistance How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Its toughness is said to be twice that of Kevlar aramid fiber. Semple notes that in joint patrols involving Americans and Iraqis, "the Americans, swaddled in Kevlar from head to hips, travel in Humvees and other armored vehicles. The palms of a welder wearing a Heatworx glove are protected by a Kevlar shell that can shield against temperatures from 300 to 600 degrees. |
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