Soda-Lime-Silicate Float Glass: A Property Comparison

Abstract

Soda-lime-silicate (SLS) float glasses with low iron content were obtained from 3 US glass manufacturers. These glasses are possible components in some transparent armor systems. Thus, it is necessary to measure and compare the chemical composition as well as the physical and mechanical properties of each glass to determine if any differences are present that may have an influence on the performance of the transparent armor systems. The results of this study show that all 3 SLS glasses have essentially the same chemical composition and the same physical and mechanical properties, indicating they can be used interchangeably in transparent armor systems without adversely affecting system performance.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2017
Accession Number
AD1041517

Entities

People

  • Andrew Cachiaras
  • George D. Quinn
  • Jeffrey J. Swab
  • Luke Gilde
  • Parimal J. Patel

Organizations

  • United States Army Research Laboratory

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Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Bulletproof Glass
  • Ceramic Materials
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Chemical Composition
  • Elastic Properties
  • Glass
  • Hardness
  • Materials
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Military Research
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Silicates
  • Silicon Carbide
  • Standards
  • Thickness
  • Toughness

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  • Surface Coatings Technology.