Spectra fiber is a high molecular weight polyethylene (HMPE) fiber that is pound-for-pound ten times stronger than steel and has a specific strength that is 40% tougher than aramid fiber. The material can be formed and cut into shape, conforming to the irregular contours of both small and large vehicles.


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    Title :

    Lightweight armor


    Contributors:
    Swinger, T. (author)

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    2002


    Size :

    1 Seite



    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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