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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 03, 2006
Filed:
Aug. 17, 2005
Thomas Yiu-tai Tam, Richmond, VA (US);
Chok B. Tan, Richmond, VA (US);
Charles R. Arnett, Jr., Richmond, VA (US);
Qiang Zhou, Chesterfield, VA (US);
Thomas Yiu-Tai Tam, Richmond, VA (US);
Chok B. Tan, Richmond, VA (US);
Charles R. Arnett, Jr., Richmond, VA (US);
Qiang Zhou, Chesterfield, VA (US);
Honeywell International Inc., Morristown, NJ (US);
Abstract
Gel-spun multi-filament polyethylene yarns possessing a high degree of molecular and crystalline order, and to the drawing methods by which they are produced. The drawn yarns are useful in impact absorption and ballistic resistance for body armor, helmets, breast plates, helicopter seats, spall shields, and other applications; composite sports equipment such as kayaks, canoes, bicycles and boats; and in fishing line, sails, ropes, sutures and fabrics.