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I think that they currently use nylon, but they used to use silk
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During the Great Depression when did military use polyester in parachutes?
In 1941 right when pearl harbor happended. They used the material nylon to make these parachutes during the great depression also.
What properties of silk that make them suitable material for parachutes?
silk is no longer used for making parachutes. It was a good material before nylon came along, but no parachutes are made from silk anymore. Not for decades. <><><><> When it WAS used, it was because it was very light, extremely strong, was not bulky, and could be woven in a very tight weave.
How do the military make square parachutes?
The T10 and T10 Modified chutes are not square. What you're referring to is the airfoils used by freefall and HALO parachutists. Those are not made by the military - they're sourced from civilian companies who manufacture parachutes for civil parachutists. What the specific specs are for the military contract airfoils.. that information isn't made available to the public.
What is a paracord and where can I get one?
a paracord is the rope used to make parachutes, they were previously used by the military, but now are common place. typically they are used to make whips and can be found in survival, hunting, or outdoor type stores such as dick's, sports authority, or outdoor world.
Anti aircraft parachutes used on ships piano wire with parachutes on each end of the wire.?
This does not ask a question or make a statement that is easy to understand.
Which fiber is used for making parachutes and stockings?
Nylon is used for both parachutes and stockings.
What is cannabis hemp?
Hemp is an industrial material made from the fibrous parts of the cannabis plant and is used mainly for making ropes, clothing, and parachutes.
What is the best just the right material to be used at the top of a parachute?
Modern parachutes are made of panels of what is known as ripstop nylon. There is no 'top' so to speak.
When were parachutes first used in space?
Parachutes have never been used in space, and never will be. Without atmosphere, parachutes accomplish nothing. They are used to prevent the fiery destruction of a space vehicle when it re-enters earth's atmosphere.
How was nylon used to advantage in World War 2?
Nylon was used to make materials in the war such as parachutes and ropes.
What does nylon feels like?
Women like wearing stockings (female version of socks). During the second world war the silk that would normally be used to make stockings was instead used for making parachutes for the Military. Nylon is an artificial fibre that feels a lot like silk
What are parachutes used for?
parachutesb are used to et out of an airplane
