How to Use aramid in a Sentence

aramid

noun
  • The middle layer is a loose weave of fire-retardant aramid fibers.
    — IEEE Spectrum, 10 Dec. 2022
  • The outer layer is often an aramid fiber like Nomex, which carbonizes rather than melting in heat.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025
  • Dupont invented both Kevlar and a meta-aramid named Nomex, both of which form the basis for this research.
    — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 3 July 2020
  • That's done by beefing up the sidewall construction and through the use of synthetic textiles (like aramid fibers).
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 16 Dec. 2021
  • The absorbent foam head is made of aramid fiber, which is a material that is used in firefighters’ gear to protect the head from heat.
    — Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2023
  • This popular grill brush has a unique fabric head that’s made from aramid — the heat-resistant fabric used in firefighter gear.
    — Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 14 July 2023
  • The genius is in the replaceable head, where an aramid fiber pad is used to steam clean all types of grills ranging from gas to charcoal, to pellet grills and flat tops.
    — John Thompson, Men's Health, 7 July 2023
  • The synthetic fibers of the aramid coating also provide a better grip than on the regular version.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2022
  • There are nine different finishes to choose from, including aramid fiber, black leather, walnut and bamboo.
    — David Phelan, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
  • The micro-weave of aramid disperses oils, prevents slipping, and maintains consistent grip over time.
    — New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025
  • The exterior is made of aramid fiber for a look and durability that matches the ThinkPad ethos.
    — Allison Johnson, The Verge, 5 Jan. 2023
  • The 6ft cable is detachable and made from oxygen-free copper with a para-aramid sheath that creates very few microphonics.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 2 June 2022
  • But plane tires are incredibly strong thanks to cords of nylon, or a synthetic polymer called aramid, that are embedded below the tread.
    — Jay Bennett, Popular Mechanics, 22 Aug. 2016
  • Its metal body is finished in scratch-resistant dark green, wrapped in black aramid fiber coating and is completely devoid of any bright splashes of crimson.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2022
  • Riggers have been splicing lines of aramid fibers and rebuilding winches under headlamps in Jersey City while the sailors rest each night.
    — Chris Museler, New York Times, 5 May 2016
  • For robustness, the cables are reinforced with para-aramid and are designed to withstand thousands of bending cycles before showing wear or strain.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 11 May 2021
  • The previous research that has enabled spinning new para-aramid mixes into gold is the adjustment of Kevlar fibers at the microscopic level.
    — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 3 July 2020
  • Carbon aramid epoxy composite in the chassis yields an ultrafast Formula One racer that weighs less than 1,400 pounds.
    — Wired Staff, WIRED, 1 Apr. 2005
  • The textured aramid surface maintains grip even in humid or wet conditions, ideal for users moving constantly between work, commute, and outdoor environments.
    — New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025
  • This season, Choi and Shon worked heavily with aramid fibers, a heat-resistant synthetic used in aerospace and military clothing that is a bright butter yellow with the feel of tanned leather.
    — Monica Kim, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2022
  • The featherlight, lightly tapered directional powder craft sports a medium-soft poplar and paulownia core, bolstered by two parallel strips of shock-absorbing, ollie-enhancing interwoven flax and aramid fibers.
    — Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 27 Sep. 2024
  • In the hands of PITAKA engineers, aramid is combined with TPU or specialized resins, depending on the use case, to maximize protection while keeping the profile thin.
    — New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025
  • Turning waste into assets According to Uplift360, advanced materials such as carbon fiber and aramids are essential to Europe’s defense, aerospace and manufacturing sectors.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Reviving critical materials The proprietary, low-temperature chemical recycling process, ChemR, restores carbon fiber, Kevlar-class aramids and hybrid laminates to original quality.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Material Engineering as Design Language At the core of PITAKA’s philosophy is aramid fiber, a high-strength, lightweight material widely used in aerospace.
    — New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025

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