IMPACT-RESISTANT, DAMAGE TOLERANT COMPOSITES WITH SHEAR THICKENING FLUID LAYERS AND USES THEREOF

摘要

Composite materials incorporated with shear thickening fluids (STF) are disclosed. The STF-composites are light weight and include high tenacity textiles that dissipate/absorb energy from impact forces and exhibit damage resistance and self-healing functionality. Also disclosed are articles comprising STF-composite materials, such as safety suits and extra-vehicular mobility units, which include STF-intercalated textiles and composites. Methods for Manufacturing STF-composites are also disclosed.