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September 4th, 2006
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Soldiers are to begin trialling a futuristic “liquid armour” that is worn like ordinary clothing but turns into a rigid shield as soon as it is hit by bullets or shrapnel. The armour consists of material impregnated with liquid silica that has been modified using nanotechnology.
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timesonline.co.uk
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