# Bullet-Proof Goo The Unite States Air Force Have Developed a Very Sludgy Bullet-Proof Material By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-06-20 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulletproof-material References: [springwise](https://www.springwise.com/air-force-cadet-invents-bullet-proof-goo/) & [airforce](https://www.airforce.com/) Invented by US Air Force cadet Hayley Weir, this bullet-proof material is capable of stopping a .44 Magnum round. The goo-based armor, which is nearly finished, is made up of a [sheer thickening fluid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroslime-primer), [kevlar and carbon fiber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benks-armorgrid-series). Collaborator, Marine veteran and military academy professor Ryan Burke developed a working prototype along with Weir, which stopped bullets faster the bigger they were. The patented bullet-proof material could be moulded to fit any shape or size, including tents and blankets. This indicates an infinite number of applications, especially considering the size of the multibillion dollar armor industry. The instantaneously hardening and super sludgy substance could also potentially be used for other uses outside of stopping bullet penetration. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bullet-proof Goo:** The development of bullet-proof goo has opened up possibilities for a new generation of body armor and protective gear. - **Sheer Thickening Fluids:** The use of sheer thickening fluids has created opportunities to develop even stronger and more flexible materials for harsh environments. - **Smart Materials:** The use of smart materials in armor and protective gear has revolutionized the industry by developing materials that instantly adapt and respond to changing conditions. ### Where This Applies - **Defense and Military:** The defense and military industry can benefit from the development of bullet-proof goo, as it has the potential to create lighter and more flexible armor for soldiers and vehicles. - **Law Enforcement and Security:** Law enforcement and security industry can use the development of bullet-proof goo to create innovative and more effective protective gear for their personnel. - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore the use of bullet-proof goo in creating safer and more secure vehicles for passengers and drivers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Helmet Liners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helmet-liner.md) - [Highly Durable Full-Metal Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-metal-jacket.md) - [Advanced Armor-Like Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-indestructible-hoodie.md) - [Tunable Insulating Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squid-skin.md) - [Protective Cut-Proof Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armortex-jacket.md) - [Fully-Armored Electric Vehicle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/us-armor-group-armored-lucid-air-sapphire.md) - [Unsinkable Metal Vessel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-tubes.md) - [Gel Pellet Toy Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-1.md) - [Clot-Inducing Synthetic Injectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synthetic-injectables.md)