Better Axe Protection

[terryc]

this looks usefull http://blog.wired.com/wiredscience/2007/05/new_material_fo.htmlhttp://blog.wired.com/wiredscience/2...terial_fo.html

[leorcc]

Better Axe Protection

Dyneema is not new, I wonder why they come with this now?

[Guest]

Better Axe Protection

True it is not new, been used in kiteflying, for the lines of sport kites for YEARS.
Due to its low stretch and high friction resistance. (doesnt rub on itsself when you do multiple loops)
Also used as a fishing line.

[terryc]

Better Axe Protection

Maybe they only just got round to trying it against bullets.

[craig_colliass]

Better Axe Protection

hi i hope to use 10mm polycarbonate and 1.2mm titanium on my heavey weight robot The Saint to protect it against the axe of killer htz what do you think

[terryc]

Better Axe Protection

We have 6mm poly and 18mm plywood. Works a treat.