Zetix

Zetix is a fabric invented by Auxetics Technologies, Ltd., a UK company. Zetix is an auxetic material strong enough to absorb and disperse shockwaves from explosions without breaking.^[1]

Usage edit

Zetix is used in water-activated tape, also referred to as gummed paper tape, a popular form of carton sealing, under the trading name Xtegra™ Tegrabond™.^[2]

Zetix is also used in thread and ropes. Knots under tension may be more secure because auxetic material expands when stretched. It is known as Xtegra™ Auxetic Yarn with Kevlar®, outside of the United Kingdom.^[3]^[4]

References edit

^ Diaz, Jesus (6 December 2007). "Zetix Blast Proof Fabric Resists Multiple Car Bombs, Makes Our Heads Explode". Retrieved 16 June 2013.
^ "Southgate Launch Xtegra™ Tegrabond™ Brochure".
^ "What is Auxetic".
^ "Advanced Fabric Technologies - Homelandsecurity Technology".

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[1] Diaz, Jesus (6 December 2007). "Zetix Blast Proof Fabric Resists Multiple Car Bombs, Makes Our Heads Explode". Retrieved 16 June 2013.

[2] "Southgate Launch Xtegra™ Tegrabond™ Brochure".

[3] "What is Auxetic".

[4] "Advanced Fabric Technologies - Homelandsecurity Technology".

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