Army researchers are using pearls — yes, pearls — to develop super-strong body armor

Published September 19, 2019

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Task & Purpose reported on new UB research led by Shenqiang Ren, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, which created a lightweight plastic inspired by pearls that is 14 times stronger than steel. The plastic is ideal for body armor that can absorb the impact of bullets and other projectiles.

Read the story here.

The Science Coalition also tweeted about the UB research.