polycarbonate
noun
poly·car·bon·ate
ˌpä-lē-ˈkär-bə-ˌnāt 
-nət
: any of various tough transparent thermoplastics characterized by high impact strength and high softening temperature
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Innovative Materials and Construction The Turbine Carbon series is characterized by its lightweight, ergonomic 44mm case made from a high-tech mix of polycarbonate and carbon fiber.
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Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Made of ultra-light polycarbonate that’s resistant to cracking and breaking, the bag is perfect for international journeys and longer trips.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
Made with a German polycarbonate shell, each of the suitcases in the set is designed with 360-degree double-spinner wheels, a 20-height multi-stop telescopic handle, and a Y-strap compression system.
—Lydia Mansel, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Nov. 2024
Reserve Carry-On This sleek carry-on is made of durable polycarbonate with full-grain leather accents, so it's built to stand up to unforgiving travel days while maintaining its elegance every step of the way.
—Susan Brickell, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024
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Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Made of ultra-light polycarbonate that’s resistant to cracking and breaking, the bag is perfect for international journeys and longer trips.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
Made with a German polycarbonate shell, each of the suitcases in the set is designed with 360-degree double-spinner wheels, a 20-height multi-stop telescopic handle, and a Y-strap compression system.
—Lydia Mansel, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Nov. 2024
Reserve Carry-On This sleek carry-on is made of durable polycarbonate with full-grain leather accents, so it's built to stand up to unforgiving travel days while maintaining its elegance every step of the way.
—Susan Brickell, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Polycarbonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycarbonate. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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