An improved material for use in resilient conforming pads, cushions, impact resistance padding and the like is described. The material comprises a liquid or semi-solid matrix phase and an expanded Perlite included phase. The material is useful for providing low weight contour conforming resilent padding...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US6756426?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6756426 - Lightweight composite material for protective pads, cushions, supports or the like and method