Is it possible to replace damaged/degraded kevlar panels in the field? For instance by removing and storing undamaged panels from damaged body armour. I assume kevlar body armour consists of a number of specifically sized and shaped internal panels sewn, glued or other wise fixed in place within a durable nylon exterior cover? And if it is possible to field-refurbish 'Frankenstein' body armour, is it possible to cut larger panels down to a required size and shape where necessary, without impairing the panels' impact resistance?
On a similar vein, what grades and thicknesses of steel could be cut and shaped to create at least marginally effective replacement hard plates?
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