Method of manufacture of composite armor material
US9273932B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 8, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC25D5/12
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An armor material and method of manufacturing utilize nano- and/or microlaminate materials. In one embodiment, the armor material comprises a layered composite material including a strike face, a core layer, and a spall liner. The strike face achieves hardness and toughness by the controlled placement of hard and tough constituent materials through the use of nano- and/or microlaminate materials. The core layer achieves energy absorption through the use of nano- or microlaminated coated compliant materials. The spall liner provides reinforcement through the use of nano- or microlaminated fiber reinforced panels. In one embodiment, nano- and/or microlaminated materials can be manufactured through the use of electrodeposition techniques.
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