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The term 'BodyArmor' can refer to a popular sports drink or personal ballistic protection, leading to significant confusion about its lifespan. The lifespan of these two products varies dramatically, with one being a perishable consumer beverage and the other a piece of life-saving equipment with a much longer, but still limited, service life.

First developed in 1965, Kevlar was the inaugural material in modern concealable vests, and today, the ingredients of body armor have evolved into complex composites using advanced materials like aramids and ceramics to protect against modern threats. This evolution from simple metal plates to sophisticated woven fibers and composites has resulted in lighter, more effective personal protection. Understanding these components is key to appreciating the science of modern ballistic protection.