July 1, 2014
Current issue of ACS Weekly Newletter reported the death of Stephanie L.Kwolek, a 90 years old chemist who invented the a super strong polymer, Kevlar, widely used in bulletproof vests, tires, sports equipment, and optical fiber.
“She leaves a wonderful legacy of thousands of lives saved and countless injuries prevented by products made possible by her discovery.” by DuPont Chief Executive Officer Ellen J. Kullman.
Here is the complete article: Stephanie Kwolek Dies At 90
More:
@ RSC: Chemistry in its element - Kevlar
@ DuPont: Better, Stronger and Safer with Kevlar® Fiber
@ Engineering.com: Kevlar(R)
@ Bodyarmornews.com: How does armor work?
image source: DoPont.com
