Researchers from the US Army Corps of Engineers’ Engineer Research and Development Center have just developed a new type of Kevlar wallpaper that could help protect soldiers from RPG blasts. The bullet-proof wallpaper is intended to be used by soldiers in the field as a quick way of fortifying non-reinforced buildings.
The bullet-proof wallpaper is made from Kevlar-fiber threads encased in a flexible plastic film. The wallpaper is indented to create an extra layer of bullet-proof protection when applied to structures made of materials similar to cinder blocks or masonry. In the event that an RPG hits one of these structures, the Kevlar wallpaper will act as a protective net, catching any rubble that might otherwise injury soldiers.
While the wallpaper is not yet ready for field use, this revolutionary material could help to provide better protection for US soldiers in the near future.
What's Driving This Trend
- Bullet-proof Materials
- The development of a new Kevlar wallpaper highlights the opportunity for research into other materials and methods for creating bullet-proof protection.
- RPG Protection
- The need for protection from RPG blasts for soldiers in the field presents an opportunity for companies to develop and market related protective gear and technology.
- Quick Fortification
- The ease of application of the bullet-proof wallpaper suggests there is potential for further innovation in creating quick and easy methods of fortification for non-reinforced buildings and structures.
Who This Affects Most
- Military and Defense
- The development of technology such as bullet-proof wallpapers highlights the need and opportunity for innovation in the military and defense industry.
- Construction and Engineering
- The need for fortification of non-reinforced buildings presents an opportunity for innovation in construction and engineering to create stronger, more durable materials and structures.
- Safety and Protection
- The need for protective gear and technology presents an opportunity for innovation in the safety and protection industry to develop more effective ways to protect individuals in dangerous situations.
