Body Armor
Abstract
Body Armor Development (BAD) provides the most technologically advanced ballistics protection at the lightest weight in the world today. With current combat operations, these items have generated considerable Congressional and public interest since these items are considered life-saving equipment. When evaluated in total, BAD programs provide the critical systems that save lives, reduce the severity of combat injuries, and increase combat effectiveness by keeping more Marines in the fight. A key component of all of the BAD programs is that as new threats emerge on the battlefield, BAD equipment must constantly adapt to meet these new threats. BAD programs are truly a force multiplier on the battlefield of today and tomorrow. It includes Modular Tactical Vest (MTV), Enhanced Small Arms Protective Inserts (ESAPI), Helmet, and Eye Protection.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- 2513_0206623M_7_1319_PB_2012
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