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The structural mechanical properties of down feathers and biomimicking natural insulation materials

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  1. Biomaterials Group, Silsoe Research Institute, Wrest Park, Silsoe, Beds., MK45 4HS, UK

    R. H. C. Bonser

  2. Science and Technology Division, Defence Clothing and Textiles Agency, Flagstaff Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7SS, UK

    C. Dawson

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Bonser, R.H.C., Dawson, C. The structural mechanical properties of down feathers and biomimicking natural insulation materials. Journal of Materials Science Letters 18, 1769–1770 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1006631328233

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