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    ‘Bomb bag’ designed to resist terrorist bombs

    24 July 2015 Last updated at 20:04 BST

    Scientists have developed what they’re describing as a bomb proof material that could be a major step forward in aircraft security.

    A device called FlyBag is designed to absorb the shockwaves and shrapnel caused by explosions, if security fails and a bomb reaches the luggage hold.

    The BBC’s David Shukman has had exclusive access to tests on the new technology carried out this week.

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