The Science of Armour Materials

With systematic coverage of armor materials -- from steels and light alloys to glasses, ceramics, fibers, and textiles -- and protective apparel, this seminal reference discusses aspects of analytical and numerical modeling, laboratory-based high-strain rate testing, and ballistic testing methodologies

Ian Crouch (Edited by)

9780081010020

Hardback, published 30 September 2016

754 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 3.9 cm, 1.34 kg

The Science of Armour Materials comprehensively covers the range of armor materials from steels and light alloys, through glasses and ceramics, to fibers, textiles, and protective apparel. The book also discusses aspects of analytical and numerical modeling, as well as laboratory-based high-strain rate testing and ballistic testing methodologies. Each chapter is written from an international perspective, including reviews of the current global literature, and incorporates case studies that focus upon real life applications, research outcomes, and lessons learned. The threat spectrum is restricted to small arms ammunition, high velocity fragments, and stab and spike attacks, as well as blast loadings.

1 Introduction

Subject Areas: Materials science [TGM], Metals technology / metallurgy [TDM], Ceramics & glass technology [TDCQ]