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Is the shield still used today?

Yes, shields are still used today, primarily in law enforcement and military contexts. Modern shields are often made from advanced materials like Kevlar or composite plastics and are designed for protection against various threats, including projectiles and melee attacks. Additionally, shields are utilized in some sports, historical reenactments, and by certain security personnel for crowd control and personal defense.


What are 5 inventions that are no longer in use today?

typewriter is hardly used in our culture anymore, if it is used its on a very limited basis.


List at least 5 inventions that are no longer in use today?

There are countless technological inventions that are completely obsolete today. Some of these are the Wang calculator, the Betamax video tape, the phonograph, computer tape drives, and the Telex machine.


What material used in aircraft wing construction?

Depending on the aircraft, the wings can be made of Steel (Only older planes), Wood (REALLY old planes), Aluminum (Common today), Or Carbon Fiber (used in Military jets)


What victorian invention is not used today?

One notable Victorian invention that is no longer used today is the "penny-farthing" bicycle, characterized by its large front wheel and much smaller rear wheel. While it was a popular mode of transportation in the late 19th century, its design was impractical and dangerous, leading to its decline as safer bicycles were developed. Today, the penny-farthing is mostly a novelty item or a historical curiosity rather than a functional means of transport.

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