Shoulder pads get a boost from leftover aeroplane material
05/09/2014
The carbon filaments provide a high strength-to-weight ratio and durability and will be used for shoulder pads in American football shirts.
"Boeing decided to build the 787 Dreamliner with carbon composites to increase fuel efficiency for our customers and improve the passenger experience," said Julie Felgar, managing director of Boeing's environmental strategy.
"Our collaboration with Russell Athletic is a fabulous opportunity to use the strength and lightweight characteristics of 787 carbon fibre to support elite athletes on the field."
The CarbonTek with OS Technologyshoulder pad system has the sports industry's first exoskeleton made of aerospace-grade carbon fibre, say the companies, adding that it is thinner, stronger and lighter than conventional material.
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