New Body Armor Technology Provides Enhanced Protection for U.S. Troops in Iraq

The video discusses the limitations of current body armor used by troops in Iraq, which leaves arms and legs exposed, leading to many amputations. New body armor is being tested to protect these areas, made from polyethylene fiber that resists bullets. The US military plans to use this armor to protect convoys from roadside attacks. Although the armor is currently one-size-fits-all and weighs over 4 kilograms, it is seen as a necessary burden. The military is accelerating production to send thousands of armor sets to Iraq.

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