Military Uses:
KEVLARŪ has many uses in the military considering the fact that it is pound for pound, 5 times stronger than steel. It is used in body armour worn by the special forces, such as the U.S. Navy Seals. KEVLARŪ is also use in their ropes, in the armour on vehicles such as the Hummer and Tanks. The KEVLARŪ body armour has the capability to stop a bullet fired from a .45 caliber gun but rarely stops anything more powerful. KEVLARŪ armour that is on Hummers and tanks are capable or stopping a 7.26mm round which is fired from an AK47 assault rifle. Kevlar has become a major asset to the military because of the strength, durability and especially the fact that Kevlar adds very little weight. These uses of KEVLARŪ have saved many lives.
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Other Uses:
There are many civilian uses for KEVLARŪ. It is used in bikes, trampolines, tennis rackets and sails. It is also used in Ice Hockey sticks and bullet proof vests used by law enforcement officers all over the world. KEVLARŪ is a very commonly used material in racing the reason being its flame retardant capabilities. For that reason Kevlar is used in the drivers flame retardant suites.
Other uses of KEVLARŪ are:
- Ropes that secured the airbags in the landing apparatus of the Mars Pathfinder
- Shrapnel-resistant shielding in jet aircraft engines to protect the passengers if there was an explosion
- Run-flat tires that allow for greater safety because they won't destroy the wheels
- Gloves that protect hands and fingers against cuts and slashes
- Kayaks that provide better impact resistance without the extra weight
- skis and helmets that are stronger and lighter in weight to help prevent fatigue
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