Trends and new possibilities

Although there are numerous approaches for performance improvement, one thing is certain body amour will become lighter, stronger, more durable, and more comfortable. In addition, body armour is expected to be multifunctional. For instance, the All-Purpose Enviromnental Clothing System (APECS) used by US Marines is able swiftly to respond to the ambient environment and adjust the temperature for its wearers. Another imperative trend for body armour is that the design is required to 

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