Nomex
[ noh-meks ]
Trademark.
a brand of lightweight, heat-resistant aramid fiber used in clothing, especially for firefighters.
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This class of polymers includes the fiber Kevlar, which is used to make bulletproof vests, and the fire-resistant fabric Nomex.
This new material is as strong as steel—but lighter | Shi En Kim | February 17, 2022 | Popular-ScienceThe material's introduction to the world of motorsport began in 1966, when racing driver and safety advocate Bill Simpson met astronaut Pete Conrad, who introduced him to Nomex.
Why racing drivers trust their lives to a fireproof fabric called Nomex | Jonathan M. Gitlin | December 18, 2020 | Ars Technica
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