Watkins-Schoenauer Material

The Differences Between Natural Wood And Watkins-Schoenauer Material

The Watkins-Schoenauer Material refers to a type of processed pine wood that has been treated with Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) and Sodium Sulfite (Na₂SO₃) to remove most of its Lignin (C₈₁H₉₂O₂₈), which is then compressed stacked to form sheets, usually less than 0.5in (2.5cm) in thickness. This material was invented in 2009 by organic chemists Robert Watkins and Josef Schoenauer in the Jackian Laboratory for Weapons Development in Eggstadt, Jackson. This material is used as a lightweight and shock resistant plating in modern bullet proof vests, buildings, and blast insulation developed for the ACES Armed Forces. During processing, the wood develops O-H hydrogen IMF forces "bonds" between its cellulose fibers, adding to the strength of the material.