Kevlar

True_Moose · 09-20-2002, 07:52 PM

Here's the deal. The only real application I have EVER heard of for kevlar is in bulletproof vests, but for some reason, my new hockey stick is something like 25% kevlar. Why is this? Do I really have to dodge bullets on the ice? Is kevlar used for something else (I have chem next semester.)? [img]graemlins/evillaughter1.gif[/img]

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However, since we have gun control here, I will carry around my stick when walking through alleys on dark nights.

T/-/alali · 09-20-2002, 07:56 PM

The kelvar is put in there in case a puck hits it. People can hit shots at 120+ you know.

The Hunter of Jahanna · 09-20-2002, 08:02 PM

You can also make a fuly functional canoe out of Kevlar. Its light and easily repaired.

Epona · 09-20-2002, 08:16 PM

I think some motorcycle jackets contain kevlar elbow & shoulder armour

VulcanRider · 09-20-2002, 08:37 PM

A quick "askjeeves.com" search turned up:
- bulletproof body armor
- protective clothing for lumberjacks, auto workers, motorcycle riders, people who cut/handle glass,
- high heat resistant gloves, aprons, for steel manufacturing, welding, etc,
- can be added to PVC, rubber, etc to improve cut resistance and give extra protection against some chemicals
- build strong, lightweight canoes/kayaks
- truck bedliners
- aircraft fuselage panels

I guess anyplace people need strong, lightweight, durable materials for protection...

[ 09-20-2002, 08:40 PM: Message edited by: VulcanRider ]

Sir Krustin · 09-20-2002, 08:39 PM

Kevlar is an advanced composite material, very useful for a number of different applications. A material very similar to Kevlar, but not exactly the same, is used in the bodies of Formula 1 and CART race cars.

/)eathKiller · 09-20-2002, 08:40 PM

Well how handy is a substance that can catch bullits? thats a pretty strong substance when you think of it!

it can be used for anything that requires a strong material! [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Wilbur · 09-20-2002, 09:05 PM

Kevlar is used to make military helmets. It's pretty strong, able to stop 40 or 50 caliber bullets, I can't exactly recall.

johnny · 09-20-2002, 09:29 PM

Have you ever been hit in the head by a puck ? If so, you'll understand why sticks must have a little extra. changing sticks 4,5, or 6 times in one match can be pretty annoying.

True_Moose · 09-20-2002, 09:38 PM

I've played hockey for 8 years. Of course I've been hit in the head (that's why I am the way I am [img]smile.gif[/img] ) One of the kids on my team had a slapshot clocked at 80 mph. Guess who got hit in the head!

Anywho, I've only managed to break two sticks ever. One was broken by a player who I later fought, and the other was a Nike piece of crap that broke the 1st shot I took with it.

09-20-2002, 07:52 PM	#1
True_Moose Gold Dragon Join Date: June 18, 2002 Location: Wolfville, NS / Calgary, AB Age: 36 Posts: 2,563	Here's the deal. The only real application I have EVER heard of for kevlar is in bulletproof vests, but for some reason, my new hockey stick is something like 25% kevlar. Why is this? Do I really have to dodge bullets on the ice? Is kevlar used for something else (I have chem next semester.)? [img]graemlins/evillaughter1.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/shooter06.gif[/img] However, since we have gun control here, I will carry around my stick when walking through alleys on dark nights. __________________ [img]\"http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f13/true_moose/Siggy.jpg\" alt=\" - \" />

09-20-2002, 07:56 PM	#2
T/-/alali Baaz Draconian Join Date: September 8, 2002 Location: Cornelius,NC Age: 36 Posts: 700	The kelvar is put in there in case a puck hits it. People can hit shots at 120+ you know. __________________ I am the Ferret king, master of the hordes, allied to Someguy\'s mighty pinguins, we will soon rule the world!

09-20-2002, 08:02 PM	#3
The Hunter of Jahanna Emerald Dragon Join Date: September 25, 2001 Location: NY , NY Age: 63 Posts: 960	You can also make a fuly functional canoe out of Kevlar. Its light and easily repaired. __________________ \"How much do I love you?? I\'ll tell you one thing, it\'d be a whole hell of a lot more if you stopped nagging me and made me a friggin sandwich.\"

09-20-2002, 08:16 PM	#4
Epona Zartan Join Date: March 1, 2001 Location: London, England Age: 53 Posts: 5,164	I think some motorcycle jackets contain kevlar elbow & shoulder armour __________________ [img]\"http://www.wizardrealm.com/images/epona.gif\" alt=\" - \" />

09-20-2002, 08:37 PM	#5
VulcanRider Lord Soth Join Date: July 25, 2002 Location: Melbourne FL Age: 59 Posts: 1,971	A quick "askjeeves.com" search turned up: - bulletproof body armor - protective clothing for lumberjacks, auto workers, motorcycle riders, people who cut/handle glass, - high heat resistant gloves, aprons, for steel manufacturing, welding, etc, - can be added to PVC, rubber, etc to improve cut resistance and give extra protection against some chemicals - build strong, lightweight canoes/kayaks - truck bedliners - aircraft fuselage panels I guess anyplace people need strong, lightweight, durable materials for protection... [ 09-20-2002, 08:40 PM: Message edited by: VulcanRider ] __________________ ----- Help feed animals in shelters with just a mouse click at The Animal Rescue Site !!

09-20-2002, 08:39 PM	#6
Sir Krustin Symbol of Cyric Join Date: September 15, 2002 Location: Peterborough, ON, CANADA Age: 60 Posts: 1,394	Kevlar is an advanced composite material, very useful for a number of different applications. A material very similar to Kevlar, but not exactly the same, is used in the bodies of Formula 1 and CART race cars. __________________ If I say \"Eject!\" and you say \"Huh?\" - you\'ll be talking to yourself! - Maj. Bannister, <b>Steel Tiger</b>

09-20-2002, 08:40 PM	#7
/)eathKiller Dracolisk Join Date: January 5, 2002 Location: Guantanamo Bay, Cuba Age: 38 Posts: 6,043	Well how handy is a substance that can catch bullits? thats a pretty strong substance when you think of it! it can be used for anything that requires a strong material! [img]tongue.gif[/img] __________________ [img]\"http://membres.lycos.fr/th8or/ZeroSigForIronworks.gif\" alt=\" - \" /> o.o;

09-20-2002, 09:05 PM	#8
Wilbur Zhentarim Guard Join Date: May 25, 2002 Location: Centerville, Ohio Age: 35 Posts: 374	Kevlar is used to make military helmets. It's pretty strong, able to stop 40 or 50 caliber bullets, I can't exactly recall.

09-20-2002, 09:29 PM	#9
johnny 40th Level Warrior Join Date: April 15, 2002 Location: Utrecht The Netherlands Age: 58 Posts: 16,981	Have you ever been hit in the head by a puck ? If so, you'll understand why sticks must have a little extra. changing sticks 4,5, or 6 times in one match can be pretty annoying. __________________

09-20-2002, 09:38 PM	#10
True_Moose Gold Dragon Join Date: June 18, 2002 Location: Wolfville, NS / Calgary, AB Age: 36 Posts: 2,563	I've played hockey for 8 years. Of course I've been hit in the head (that's why I am the way I am [img]smile.gif[/img] ) One of the kids on my team had a slapshot clocked at 80 mph. Guess who got hit in the head! Anywho, I've only managed to break two sticks ever. One was broken by a player who I later fought, and the other was a Nike piece of crap that broke the 1st shot I took with it. __________________ [img]\"http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f13/true_moose/Siggy.jpg\" alt=\" - \" />

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