Vectran

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VECTRAN was also an experimental Fortran-based programming language for vector/matrix array processing.

Vectran is a manufactured fibre, spun from a liquid crystal polymer created by Celanese Acetate LLC and now manufactured by Kururay Ltd.. Chemically it is an aromatic polyester.

These fibres are noted for thermal stability at high temperatures, high strength and modulus, low creep, and good chemical stability. They are moisture resistant and are generally stable in hostile environments. They have gold color. They are often used in combination with some polyester as a coating around Vectran core; polyurethane coating can improve abrasion resistance and resistance to ultraviolet radiation and to act as a water barrier. Vectran has melting point of 330 °C, with progressive strength loss from 220 °C. As it has high resistance to ultraviolet radiation, it can be used outside for long term, if inspected regularly.

They are used as reinforcing (matrix) fibres for ropes, cables, and advanced composite materials, professional bike tires, and in electronics applications. Historically and most notably, Vectran was used to make the airbags that were deployed to allow Mars Pathfinder and the twin Mars Exploration Rovers Spirit & Opportunity to land on Mars in 1997 and 2004, respectively.


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