Application of aramid

Aramid fiber is an important defense military material. In order to meet the needs of modern warfare, the ballistic-proof clothing of developed countries such as the United States and Britain are made of aramid. The lightweight of aramid body armor and helmet effectively improves the rapid reaction ability and lethality of the army. In the Gulf War, aramid composites were widely used in American and French aircraft. In addition to military applications, as a high-tech fiber material, it has been widely used in aerospace, electromechanical, construction, automobile, sports goods and other aspects of the national economy. In Aeronautics and aerospace, aramid has saved a lot of power fuel because of its light weight and high strength. According to foreign data, every kilogram of weight reduction during the launch of spacecraft means that the cost will be reduced by one million dollars. In addition, the rapid development of science and technology is opening up more new civil space for aramid. According to reports, aramid products are used in body armor, helmet, etc. about 7-8%, aerospace materials, sports materials about 40%, tire skeleton materials, conveyor belt materials about 20%, and high-strength ropes about 13%. The tire industry has also begun to use aramid cord extensively to reduce weight and rolling resistance.