12-22-2017, 04:39 PM
(12-21-2017, 05:34 PM)eric link Wrote:Scientists Discover Process for Transitioning Two-Layer Graphene into a Diamond-Hard Material on Impact
The innovation could enable development of a range of flexible, impenetrable materials capable of protecting the body and fragile objects
http://www.asrc.cuny.edu/2017/12/18/diamene-study/
the paper is here
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41565-0...cience.com
In Jr High I remember reading some 1950s SciFi about a society of assassins who only used knives since a fast-pressure responsive fabric had been developed that completely resisted projectiles, but could be penetrated by the slow pressure of an edged weapon. My suspension of disbelief is now formally retired; thanks!