Are We Bulletproof?
Abstract
The Korean Pop group BTS is known as Bangtan Sonyeondan in Korean (방탄소년단) which translates to bulletproof boy scouts. By investigating the carbon-based materials used in producing bulletproof vests, this article explores whether the members of the group really can be bulletproof without bulletproof shields or clothing.
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