Composite materials and methods for making same
US8128861B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 28, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC04B2235/9623
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Current top performing SAPI systems are B4C-containing (hot pressed B4C or reaction bonded B4C). These systems will not function well versus future WC/Co threats due to the inability of B4C to withstand high pressure impacts. New approaches will be needed for next generation SAPI ceramics. Three related concepts are disclosed herein, each of which will lead to improved reaction bonded ceramics for next generation SAPI applications. The first concept aims to reactively heat treat reaction bonded B4C, causing. SiC and SiB6 to form at the expense of B4C. The second approach will add Ti to the system, thus allowing TiC and TiB2 to form at the expense of B4C. Finally, the third concept will evaluate the use of finer particle sizes, thus improving the static properties of the ceramics (with the aim of enhancing multi-hit performance). In all cases, preliminary work has been conducted to demonstrate the viability of the concepts. This will lead to a new family of advanced armor ceramics. These new armor ceramics will allow the modern soldier to be better protected versus next generation, high level threats (e.g., high pressure WC/Co projectiles) with a more ergonomic package (lower weight…
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