Advancements in heat-resistant materials and regulatory updates are enhancing the safety and health of firefighters by ...

A radical new fabric that enables temperature-controlled clothing was inspired by SQUIDS. The revolutionary material allows for user-adjusted warmth, say scientists. Current athletic clothing brands ...

Safety managers must consider material quality, proper maintenance, and long-term cost-effectiveness to ensure optimal protection.

Developed in 1965, Kevlar has been used in a variety of applications, including bullet-proof vests, combat helmets and protective clothing. In space, Kevlar has served as a thermal insulator for ...

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Even with simultaneous thin-film layering, perforations, and fabric integration, the materials’ heat-managing performance did not suffer. “Our advanced composite material now opens opportunities for ...

It's hard to imagine a wireless vest that could measure an electrocardiogram (ECG), a pendant that can check on the safety of an elderly person or a piece of fabric that detects the presence of ...

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While body armor manufacturers are known for their ballistic vests, a growing sector of defense companies is developing innovative protective clothing that goes beyond stopping bullets ... they offer ...