Using Al Foam to Reduce the Transfer of Impact Stress between Ceramic Plates

Abstract

The objective of this project is verifying the use of Al foam as a damper of pressure wave between adjacent ceramic plates of the metallic ceramic armour. The use of Al foam as a bonding agent of ceramic plates and the metal base was also verified.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2004
Accession Number
ADA525718

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  • Milos Bortel

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