Optimization of ballistic properties of layered ceramic armor with a ductile back plate

G. Ben-Dor; A. Dubinsky; Tov Elperin

doi:10.1080/15397734.2016.1261035

Optimization of ballistic properties of layered ceramic armor with a ductile back plate

G. Ben-Dor, A. Dubinsky, Tov Elperin

Department of Mechanical Engineering

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Abstract

On the basis of generalization of the Florence model to several ceramic layers, it is proved that arranging the ceramic plates in order of increasing material density implies the maximum the ballistic limit velocity of the armor in comparison with other arrangements.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	18-22
Number of pages	5
Journal	Mechanics Based Design of Structures and Machines
Volume	46
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/15397734.2016.1261035
State	Published - 2 Jan 2018

Keywords

Ceramics
impact
multicomponent armor
optimization
penetration

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Civil and Structural Engineering
General Mathematics
Automotive Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Condensed Matter Physics
Ocean Engineering
Mechanics of Materials
Mechanical Engineering

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