Spectra Shield

Spectra Shield is a composite material (specifically, an ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber) used in bulletproof vests and vehicle armour. It is manufactured by Honeywell.

Other popular fibers with similar uses are aramid (Kevlar or Twaron) and Dyneema (another UHMWPE).

References

Historical armour types

Modern armour types

Trauma plate	Ceramic plate Doron Plate

Ballistic fabrics	Gold Flex Aramid Kevlar Kevlar KM2 Twaron UHMWPE/HPPE Spectra Shield Ballistic nylon

Fictional armour types

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