How Oyster Shells Could Help Protect Troops in the Battlefield

Monday, March 31, 2014 - 14:32 in Physics & Chemistry

New transparent armor to protect U.S. troops on the battlefield could be inspired by the structure of seashells, researchers say.Scientists would love to develop tough, hard, lightweight materials for applications such as body armor.    

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