Texas Scientists Spin Carbon Nanotube Fiber

RedCard writes "According to this article at news24.com, University of Texas scientists have managed to spin a fiber made of 60% carbon nanotubes that is five times stronger than steel and is "tougher than any natural or synthetic fibre described so far" - including spider silk! Previous attempts at making fibers like this have only produced relatively short lengths, but these guys have produced lengths of 100 metres at the rate of 70cm per minute!"

Comments

Have they fixed the flashlight insta-burn problem?

[sudog]

I seem to recall that a bright source of light can make carbon nanotubes burn up like ignited magnesium.

Yea, I'd be the first to wear or use this fabric.. "Smile for the camera!"

"No, wait!" *clic-FLASH* "AAAARGH THE HUMANITY!"

Re:A Miracle for Population Control?

[Anonvmous Coward]

"Could this stuff, if produced cheaply enough in the next 20 years, be the end-all of condoms?"

Yeah because Slashdotters are all in immediate danger of unwanted pregnancies.

need a new moderation category: "Too Informative"

[rfischer]

whoa...