Super paper stronger than cast iron

Posted June 3, 2009 by Adam Dylewski
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In the future, bulletproof vests could be made out of paper. Yes...paper! Scientists in Sweden and Japan have come up with a new material, made from the cellulose in plant cell walls, that is stronger than cast iron. Check out our latest video podcast to find out more.

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Great podcast - On 6/4/09 at 3:22 PM Brad said:
Brad's Gravatar Question--can a cast iron skillet stop a bullet?  And how fast can this paper decompose?
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