War always carries destruction and decline, although sometimes military affairs are at the same time an engine of progress in both scientific and technological processes. A lot of inventions intended for military purposes have successfully found their application in everyday life and in construction. We offer you to get acquainted with the most famous military technologies that have taken root in the civilian sphere.
Teflon
In 1938, in an absolutely spontaneous manner, when gaseous tetrafluoroethylene was pumped into a cold container, it was discovered that the substance polymerized into a material similar to wax.
At that time, the characteristics found were truly unique. The material turned out to be thermally stable, easily tolerated the chemical effect, and the coefficient of friction reached an incredibly low level.
At first, Teflon did not cause much interest in itself, being perceived as a consumable. However, after a short period of time, the military became very interested in this find, hiding it from the general public. This material began to be used as a coating for various radio transmitters and high-frequency devices. After a short period of time, Teflon began to be used in the civilian sphere - in the construction of spaceships.
The material has retained its relevance to this day. For example, in construction, wires, connectors, cable insulation, various capacities are actively used, pipelines and sealing devices, in which a significant proportion of Teflon is present substances.
Laminated glass
Even during the First World War, a protective measure was invented for military gas masks, which allows to save the eyes and face of a soldier from damage. The essence of the technology was to use a special laminated glass for the mask.
When ordinary glass does not withstand the load exerted on it, it bursts and shatters into hundreds of small particles.
Laminated glass, due to the material deposited on its surface, only cracks and deforms.
Today, this technology has gained widespread popularity in civilian life, especially in the automotive and glazing sectors. The lamination method laid the foundation for the invention of the Triplex safety glass, popular in modern construction.
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