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TheRetroChief	TheRetroChief posted 13 Years Ago HOT Topic Details
Group: Forum Members Posts: 2, Visits: 8	Greetings. I am looking to develop a prototype for a new type of sportswear. Impact protection is an important element of my design. I was looking for some kind of material to be on the exterior of my apparel. If this material could itself provide some modicum of protection itself, then that would be a bonus. I came across your site while searching for carbon fibre look fabric or cloth, as I was only thinking from an aesthetics point of view. But if there is something that not only looks like I want but also has a practical use, then all the better. What would you recommend? Most of my impact protection is dealt with elsewhere, but my apparel would be subjected to kicks. Naturally the fabric would need to be flexible, durable and breathable. Also, washable would be nice. Cheers, Alasdair Tags carbon Impact resistance
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TheRetroChief	TheRetroChief posted 13 Years Ago HOT Post Details
Group: Forum Members Posts: 2, Visits: 8	Thanks for your suggestions, unfortunately my composite knowledge is pretty close to zero. For the majority of my impact protection needs I'm looking to use a combination of Sorbothane and Poron XRD. Bearing in mind that this apparel will need to be flexible and wrap around the leg, would kevlar not be too stiff and brittle? I'm looking for something to go on the outside of these materials to finish it off. I'll have a look into Diolin though.
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carboncactus	carboncactus posted 13 Years Ago HOT Post Details
Group: Forum Members Posts: 243, Visits: 1K	I think you might be in the wrong place. Youre looking for an abrasion resistant fabric. And while the composites industry involves alot of fabrics like Kevlar,Twaaron, Diolen, Dyneema etc, its only when used in conjunction with a polymer as a composite. I mean the breathable and washable properties that you want, I doubt anyone here can help. Saying that, have a look at Dyneema.I know its used in military uniforms. Its not cheap though, and it doenst look like carbon.
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