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A more advanced version of [[Cloth Armour]]. The layers of ballistic cloth are impregnated with [[wikipedia: Dilatant|Shear thickening fluid]], offering superior protection.
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A more advanced version of [[Cloth Armour]], the [[Liquid Body Armor]] is a heavy duty body suit tailored from ballistic cloth, with the layers of cloth impregnated with [[wikipedia: Dilatant|Shear thickening fluid]]. The fabric absorbs impact energy and distributes the blow over the body, which possibly results in bruising.
  
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While this sort of clothing is not suitable for formal use, it does not appear out of place in casual settings, and is not culturally perceived as armor.
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Revision as of 23:18, 22 October 2017

Liquid Body Armor
Type Protective gear
Tech Level TL–9
Cost Cr750
Size 4.5l
Weight 2kg

A more advanced version of Cloth Armour, the Liquid Body Armor is a heavy duty body suit tailored from ballistic cloth, with the layers of cloth impregnated with Shear thickening fluid. The fabric absorbs impact energy and distributes the blow over the body, which possibly results in bruising.

While this sort of clothing is not suitable for formal use, it does not appear out of place in casual settings, and is not culturally perceived as armor.