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Episode 64: Bulletproof Materials

Episode 64: Bulletproof Materials

FromMaterialism: A Materials Science Podcast


Episode 64: Bulletproof Materials

FromMaterialism: A Materials Science Podcast

ratings:
Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Mar 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Andrew and Jared are back! After inspiration from the documentary known as Mad Max: Fury Road and The Dark Knight Trilogy we are taking a look at materials that are used to stop ballistic impacts. From the race tire material we wear as vests to the futuristic magnetorheological fluid soaked fabrics.
The Materialism Podcast does not support or endorse buying body armor to test the effectiveness of it on yourself or others
This episode is sponsored by Materials Today, an Elsevier community dedicated to the creation and sharing of materials science knowledge and experience through their peer-reviewed journals, academic conferences, educational webinars, and more.
Thanks to Kolobyte and Alphabot for letting us use their music in the show!
If you have questions or feedback please send us emails at materialism.podcast@gmail.com or connect with us on social media: Instagram, Twitter.
Materialism Team: Taylor Sparks (co-creator,, Andrew Falkowski (co-creator,co-host) Jared Duffy (co-host,production, marketing, and editing).
Keywords: Bulletproof Armor Kevlar Body Armor Ceramic Body Plates Ballistic Impact Protection
Released:
Mar 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (89)

In this podcast, Taylor and Andrew investigate the past, present, and future of materials science and engineering. Topic areas ranging from cutting edge materials technology, the history of different materials, the commercialization of new materials, and exciting advances in processing and characterization are all covered in detail. Our episodes include things like the unlikely discovery of superglue or teflon, the fascinating backstories about modern biomaterials like dialysis filters, and updates on new technologies including wearable electronics, next generation batteries, and nanomaterials. In short, we hope to help listeners understand the critical role that materials have played in society and even glimpse into what the future may hold for new materials.