Figures 1&2.

Synthesis of carbon fiber from polyacrylonitrile (PAN):

Figs. 3-6.

Fig3. Tail of an RC helicopter, made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer

Fig.4. Motorcycle racing gloves with carbon fiber protectors for ligaments in fingers

Fig. 5. A DIY carbon fiber heated jacket

Fig. 6. Flexibility of Carbon rayon based fabric