A revolutionary new armor relies on a liquid that hardens when something hits it, promising unprecedented protection while letting soldiers move freely, unrestricted by bulk and weight.

It replaced heavier Kevlar-lined Personnel Armor System Ground Troops vests that the U.S. military first began using in the early 1980s. Coalition troops in Iraq are also using new Kevlar helmets.

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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.” ...

A new type of body armor might be 10 times more effective than standard Kevlar vests many law enforcement officials wear, according to Steve Kelly of the Tacoma-based company Moor Innovative ...

Weight is often a key consideration for scientists pushing the boundaries of bullet-proof materials, imagining armor that keeps the wearer safe while also improving their mobility. Engineers at ...

DuPont Kevlar XP for Hard Armor provides a half pound (0.5 pounds) reduction in weight, which is vital to operating in stressful physical environments where moving quickly and efficiently is ...

PHOENIX — With the recent mass shooting in Las Vegas still fresh in the minds of many, the issue of personal security has brought attention to companies that make body armor. One of the most ...

U.S. Armed Forces’ K-9 units are sporting custom-made kevlar armor to protect from small arms fire and stab wounds, according to DefenseTech. While the armor’s $1,000 price tag may sound ...

The team wants to develop a full suit of fish-scale body armor -- rigid and strong across the torso, more flexible towards the joints -- for the U.S. military that could replace the heavy Kevlar ...

A light weight and slim form are two very desirable attributes when it comes to next-gen armor materials, and we're seeing scientists make impressive gains in this area, inspired by everything ...