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Abstract. Depth-of-penetration tests are used to compare a number of different
ceramic types when impacted by tungsten and tungsten-carbide-cored ammunition. These
results are then compared to ballistic limit test results on
commercial armor systems incorporating the same set of ceramic materials
and using high-hardness steel or aramid composite backings. The depth
of penetration test are shown to broadly predict the performance
of the ceramics when subsequently used in practical ceramic armor
systems although penetrator erosion is also shown to be a
significant factor which needs to be taken into account.
Related topics:
ceramic armor, armor, armored vehicles, vehicle protection, firepower and protection
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