Kevlar, also known as Twaron and poly-paraphenylene terephthalamide, is a synthetic fibre five times stronger than steel, weight for weight. Carbon Fiber is an extremely strong thin fiber made by pyrolyzing synthetic fibers, such as rayon, until charred. It is used to make high-strength composites. Today, carbon fibers are an important part of many products, and new applications are being developed every year. Benefits of Kevlar and Carbon Fiber in the naval construction Performance - The light weight of Kevlar hulls allows for higher navigation speeds while maintaining the same motorization, in relation to metallic constructions. Shock resistance - The Kevlar component in our hulls is remarkably shock resistant, significant when dealing with collision interception. ( more rigid than steel and alumunium ) - Resistance to choc x 5 and limited tearing due to interlacing of Kevlar fibers compared to steel or aluminium. Durability - Resistance to tiredness when under repeat stress Rigidity - The mechanical characteristics of Kevlar allow us to build ships which are particularly rigid and solid. They can therefore sail in the worst climatic conditions. - Excellent Dimensional Stability Non-corrosion - Total insensibility to oxidation/resistant to corrosion. - Reductions in maintenance costs and immobility time. Kevlar limits the totality of ageing effects. Reparability - Reparations on Kevlar and Carbon structures do not require any particular materials, no electricity, no gas. - Simplicity, rapidity and limited immobility all reduce reparation costs. more information