Monday, September 13, 2010

Different Types Of Body Armor

By John Sparco

Body Armors are like protective shields that stops projectiles from entering the body. Bulletproof vest is the term they coined for modern day body armor.

They created the bulletproof vest to stop any projectiles from entering the body that can damage the sensitive organs.

Bulletproof vests are made of either Spectra or Kevlar with the addition of steel or ceramic plates. They are able to stop bullets by dispersing the energy of the bullet over a large area on the bulletproof vest.

The advancement of ammunition and ballistic technology has led to the development of different types of body armors. The military, the police, law enforcement agents, as well as private security guards use bulletproof vests to protect themselves from gun shots.

The design and materials being used on a bulletproof vest will vary depending on its use. Among the materials being used for making bulletproof vests, Kevlar is the most popular. This is because Kevlar has a unique characteristic of being lightweight and stronger than steel which is why it is often the material of choice for making bulletproof vests.

Kevlar is created by weaving Kevlar yarn to make a cloth. This cloth is then layered and interwoven with similar cloths to form a material that is strong enough to withstand a gun shot. Listed below are types of body armors:

Soft Bullet Proof Vest - this is a very common type of bulletproof vest and it is the type being used by the police and private securities. It is created by interweaving fibers and soft clothing to form a net. This is effective against ordinary weapons but ineffective against high caliber rounds.

Interceptor Vests - this type of bulletproof vest is made of Kevlar and other protective plates. The plates serve as protection for the front, back, throat, and groin.

Personnel Kevlar Vest - this is a physical armor created by using thick Kevlar filler. It has two grenade hangers, two front pockets, a 3/4 inch collar as well as a swivel shaped shoulder pads.

Dragon Skin Armor - this armor is made by using silicon carbide ceramics that are in the form of small discs and made to overlap each other. This gives the wearer flexibility as well as protection against multiple shots.

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