Nanomaterials developed for soldier chemical protection.

Advanced Materials & Processes,  September, 2001  

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Advanced materials designed to provide chemical and biological agent protection at the nanometer level are under development at the Army Research Laboratory, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. The direct application of these nanomaterials to the soldier's uniform has the potential of providing a low-cost, lightweight, and flexible alternative to the more burdensome charcoal suits and other protective over-garments.

Through the process of nano-encapsulation, enzyme-based nanocapsules and polymer-based nanoreactors have been demonstrated to intercept and neutralize chemical and biological ...

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