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Kevlar

Kevlar

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A strong lightweight man-made fiber used to make protective clothing and gear
  • noun
  • /ˈkɛv.lɑr/
  • Specialized
translation icon : fibra de Kevlar
  • For the following shield layer, the European Space Agency conducted tests of their Kevlar Whipple Shields which protect their ATV vehicle.
  • Kevlar fibers
  • carbon and Kevlar

And not only that, but they they lined the walls, the interior walls with like fireproof Kevlar or something, something insane.

Examples

  • Today, companies rely on Kevlar's lightweight impact resistance and durability in helmets, kayaks, spacecraft and automobiles.

  • It's a kevlar weave, yeah, plenty strong.

  • So in this case, I'm using some Kevlar thread instead of fishing line, which may sound overkill, but you know, why not?

  • These "fight kits" might include Kevlar gloves, slip leads, citronella spray, and more.

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  • Kevlar is used to make Kevlar bulletproof vests that can protect law enforcement officers in dangerous situations.

  • Firefighters often wear Kevlar suits to shield themselves from intense heat and flames.

  • The soldier's uniform included Kevlar armor designed to resist bullets and enhance safety during combat.

Surface Forms

Kevlar singular
Kevlars plural

Etymology

The word Kevlar is a brand name made by the company that first created a very strong, very light synthetic fiber. Because the name became famous, people now use Kevlar to mean that high-strength material used in vests, helmets, and other protective gear.