MATERIAL SCIENCE SPECTRA

Alann E. DiazMEEN 3344

One of the world’s strongest and lightest fibers. A bright white polyethylene, that is ten to fifteen times stronger than steel and more durable than polyester, that has a specific strength that is 40 percent greater than Aramid fiber.

Developed by Honeywell in late 1980s Comparable to Dyneema properties   Spectra is more comfortable, flexible and

40 percent lighter material than Kevlar.

Light enough to float (.097 Specific Gravity) High resistance to chemicals, water, and UV light Excellent vibration damping Highly flex strength Low coefficient of friction Good resistance to abrasion Superior breaking strength Susceptible to creep Low dielectric constant makes it virtually transparent to

radar

Spectra Fiber Generations:

Spectra Fiber 900Spectra Fiber 1000Spectra Fiber 2000

Marine ropes Commercial fishing nets Security netting and barrier products Industrial cordage and slings Ropes and Cordage

Police & military vests and helmets Cut-protection products Storm protection panels Composite armors for vehicles and aircrafts

http://www.honeywell.com/sites/sm/afc/spectra_fiber.htm

http://www.spylife.com/spectra_shield.html http://www.warwickmills.com/Spectra.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyneema