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Shoulder pads get a boost from leftover aeroplane material

05/09/2014

Sportswear group Russell Brands is working with Boeing to incorporate the airline’s excess carbon fibre from 787 Dreamliner production into protective athletic gear. 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...

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