Unlike previous nanoporous polyethylene films and fabrics, the researchers did not have to reinforce their new woven textile - either mechanically or by blending with other fibres. (Courtesy: Svetlana Boriskina)
Polyethylene is one of the most common plastics in the world, but it is seldom found in clothing bec
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