Scientists have created a new hydrogel material reinforced with fibres that they say is up to five times harder to break than carbon steel ? but still easy to bend and stretch. That combination of properties means the new fabric could be used as the basis for artificial ligaments and tendons designed to help the body heal, or in manufacturing where a very tough but elastic material is needed. Uses could include sports clothing, helmets or bulletproof vests.
https://www.global.hokudai.ac.jp/blog/new-tougher-than-metal-fiber-reinforced-hydrogels/
Polar Seal has designed wearable clothing based on technology used to keep jet fighter pilots warm. The lightweight, flexible fabrics contain two heating elements, one in the upper back and one in the lower back, placed to warm your core quickly while being integrated into the fabric to maintain style. https://www.polarseal.me/
