Bullet-proof Fiber by Stephanie Kwolek (1965)
- Year invented: 1965
- Invented by: Stephanie Kwolek
- Type of fiber: Synthetic fiber
- Features: Stronger than steel, but lighter than fiberglass
- Impact: Revolutionized the production of bulletproof vests and other body armor, saving countless lives
Stephanie Kwolek invented Kevlar, a synthetic fiber stronger than steel but lighter than fiberglass. Kevlar is used in bulletproof vests, tires, aerospace components, and sporting goods to improve safety, saving countless lives. Kwolek is an inspiration to women and girls everywhere.
Top 10 Groundbreaking Inventions by Female Innovators in History
Men have always dominated science and inventions, big names like Thomas Edison – Inventor of the Bulb, Nikola Tesla – Inventor of the and AC current, Alexander Graham Bell- Inventor of the Telephone are remembered by many people, but people forget to notice female inventions like Monopoly by Elizabeth “Lizzie” Magie, solar-powered house by Maria Telkes and many more.
In this article, we are going to see some unnoticed female inventors and their inventions.