Ballistic Behavior of Aluminum Alloy Laminates.
Abstract
Fragment penetration of monolithic plate and resin-bonded sheet laminates of aluminum alloy 7475-T371, all of equivalent areal density, is reported as a function of velocity, obliquity, and laminate design. Fragment-simulating projectiles weighing 5.85 and 17.0 grains were used in ballistic tests over ranges of velocity comparable to those attained by actual fragments of 23-mm HEI shell. Findings are discussed with relation to aircraft vulnerability. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA050199
Entities
People
- Stuart V. Arnold
Organizations
- United States Army Research Laboratory