because i said so 8-)
I think that they currently use nylon, but they used to use silk
Silk, up until the war. Japan controlled all the silk-making areas, so silk was unobtainable, for either parachutes or ladies hosiery. Both are made of the synthetic nylon today.
Silk
Silk.
Parachutes are made of silk, or nylon
Parachutes were originally made of silk, but now they are probably made of an artificial material like nylon.
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.
Silk. Later nylon was used.
Mostly for clothing. Silk was used for its strength and fineness of its fiber, but gradually synthetics were able to replace silk. Nylon was probably the major factor in silk's decline. Stockings, parachutes, various rigging were all originally silk, but nylon is more reliable, because it's not affected by water, mildew or rot.
Most of the silk parachutes are worth a price ranging between $50 and $75. The price you can get will depend upon its condition and the age of the parachute.
Parachutes have evolved significantly over time in terms of design, materials, and technology. Early parachutes were made of basic materials like silk and canvas, whereas modern parachutes use advanced materials like ripstop nylon and Kevlar for increased durability and performance. Additionally, advancements in aerodynamics and deployment systems have improved the safety and effectiveness of parachutes, making them more reliable for skydivers, military personnel, and astronauts. Overall, the evolution of parachutes has greatly enhanced their capabilities and usability across various applications.
Because of it's light weight and strength.