Chemist Vlodek Gabara, a DuPont Fellow, explains. Kevlar¿ is an organic fiber in the aromatic polyamide (aramid) family that combines high strength with light weight, and comfort with protection ...

SmartPlanet's resident design and architecture guru C.C. Sullivan takes a pulse on Kevlar for tomorrow's building construction uses, and sees some ups and downs.

For example, regular Kevlar is roughly 0.26 or .27 inches thick, and the new material could be as thin as 0.19 inches, says Hovanec. “It’s a noticeable decrease in thickness of the material.” ...

Stephanie L. Kwolek, a chemist credited with developing the ultra-strong Kevlar fiber used in bullet-resistant gear, an innovation that is estimated to have saved hundreds of lives since she ...

DuPont has launched a new version of its Kevlar fabric called EXO. The company says it is the most significant aramid fiber innovation in over 50 years with better ballistic protection and it's ...

Kevlar has been used to make sporting goods "lighter, stronger and safer," according to DuPont. It can be found in motorcycle components and clothing, as well as skis, racquets, canoes and kayaks.

Because Kevlar fibers, the kind used in bulletproof vests, are mixed in with the asphalt, an innovation that District 3 County Commissioner Myles Davidson uses anytime he can to extend the life of ...

Because Kevlar fibers, the kind used in bulletproof vests, are mixed in with the asphalt, an innovation that District 3 County Commissioner Myles Davidson uses anytime he can to extend the life of ...

Because Kevlar fibers, the kind used in bulletproof vests, are mixed in with the asphalt, an innovation that District 3 County Commissioner Myles Davidson uses anytime he can to extend the life of ...