ULTRAHIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT PE FIBRE OUTPERFORMS ARAMIDS

摘要

An ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibre that is lightweight and strong has been launched by DSM Dyneema for use in ballistic armour. According to DSM of Urmond, The Netherlands, the fibre - called Dyneema SB51 - substantially outperforms aramids and demonstrates a 10%-20% improvement in specific bullet and test specifications compared with Dyneema SB21.