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Military Textile Science is the study and development of technical textiles used by defense forces on land, sea, and air. This field includes various types of textiles, such as woven, knitted, nonwoven, coated, laminated, and composite materials, all designed to meet the specific needs of military operations. The focus is on creating textiles that are lightweight, durable, and effective in providing comfort, protection, and survival in challenging environments.[1]
History
[edit]The history of military textile science dates back to the late 18th century, with one of the earliest documented studies attributed to Benjamin Thompson. In 1792, he published a paper on Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society where he highlighted the importance of internally trapped air in textiles for thermal insulation.[2] Here is the list of innovations in military textiles in history
| Year | Innovation | Impact on Military Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1879 | Gabardine | Used in trench coats, offering protection from rain while allowing breathability. [3] |
| 1912 | Flame-Resistant textiles | Provided enhanced protection in combat zones, reducing burn injuries.[4] |
| 1933 | Polyethylene fiber | Used to achieve flexibility, high ductility, and resistance against chemicals and water.[5][6] |
| 1939 | Nylon Stockings | Demonstrated Nylon's potential, leading to its military adoption.[7] |
| 1941 | Nylon Parachutes | Improved reliability and availability of parachutes during World War II.[8] |
| 1943 | Ventile Fabric | Enhanced water resistance and survival rates for airmen.[9] |
| 1955 | Ballistic Nylon | Provided improved protection against shrapnel and ballistic threats.[10] |
| Early 1960s | Nomex | Enhanced protection for soldiers exposed to fire and heat.[11] |
| 1963 | Dyneema | Provided high strength with lightweight properties, used in body armor and protective gear. |
| 1965 | Kevlar | Revolutionized body armor, providing effective ballistic protection.[12] |
| 1969 | GORE-TEX | Improved comfort and protection in harsh, wet environments.[13] |
| Early 1970s | Twaron | Used in bulletproof vests, helmets, and other protective gear.[14] |
| 1974 | Aramid Fibers | Improved durability and effectiveness of body armor.[15] |
| Early 1990s | Smart Textiles | Enabled real-time monitoring of soldier’s health and environmental conditions.[16] |
| Early 2000s | Liquid Body Armor | Combined flexibility with high protection, improving mobility and defense.[17] |
References
[edit]- ^ A R, Horrocks; S.C, Anand (19 December 2000). Handbook Of Technical Textile (1st ed.). New York: CRC Press. pp. 425–426. ISBN 9780849310478.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link) - ^ Benjamin Thompson – Count Rumford (1st ed.). Cambridge, Massachusetts: MIT Press. 27 August 1981. p. 128. ISBN 9780262520690.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link) - ^ "The trench coat's forgotten WW1 roots". BBC News. 2014-10-04. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ Redwood. "A Brief History of Flame Retardant Textiles". Redwood. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ "Polyethylene Fibres & Powder • Goonvean Fibres". Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ "Polyethylene fiber - CAMEO". cameo.mfa.org. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ "How Nylon Stockings Changed Fashion Forever". ThoughtCo. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ "History and Future of Plastics". Science History Institute. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ "History - Ventile". 2019-01-14. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ Department, U. S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) History. ""This Vest May Save Your Life!"". arsof-history.org. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ "High-Performance Fibers". Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry. 2000. ISBN 978-3-527-30673-2.
- ^ "Stephanie L. Kwolek". Science History Institute. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ "NIHF Inductee Robert Gore Invented the GORE TEX Brand". www.invent.org. 2024-08-25. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ International, Fiber Brokers (2020-03-12). "All About Twaron®". Fiber Brokers International, LLC. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ Fairchild's dictionary of textiles. New York : Fairchild Publications. 1979. ISBN 978-0-87005-198-2.
- ^ Xiaoming, Tao. Handbook of Smart Textiles. Springer Science+Business Media. ISBN 978-981-4451-45-1.
- ^ US7226878B2, Wagner, Norman J. & Wetzel, Eric D., "Advanced body armor utilizing shear thickening fluids", issued 2007-06-05