TBIs on the battlefield are mostly caused by ballistic impacts and exposure to shock waves from explosions. The use of high-explosive materials has recently increased the frequency of blast Traumatic Brain Injuries (bTBI) among military personnel and civilians. Insights into the mechanisms of TBI and brain damage thresholds is critical for understanding the influence of ballistic helmets and padding systems…
We live in troubled times, and it would be a mistake to imagine that the past was peaceful. Throughout history, various cultures developed personal protection equipment such as body armours to defend their people during times of strife. These technologies continued to improve in tandem with the advancement of weapons used in war and complex events. Ballistic vests and plate…
A ballistic plate is a protective armoured plate that is inserted into a bulletproof vest to improve the vest’s safety during high-risk scenarios. Troops, police officers, and other law enforcement personnel wear light body armour as a common practice when on routine patrol and public monitoring. But the use of Hard Ballistic Plates becomes essential in unfortunate circumstances such as…
Helmets date back to the 23rd century BC and are among the oldest types of personal protective equipment. Originally, the current tactical helmet was designed to shield users from fragmentation and pistol bullets. Today, helmets are designed to be a high-performance, lightweight military and law enforcement solution, and are available in a wide variety of types, sizes, and configurations. While…
The term “bulletproof” is often misinterpreted when talking about bulletproof helmets or bulletproof vests. Most helmets and vests are only resistant to bullets, but not completely bulletproof. The following must be known if you intend to protect your head with a bulletproof helmet. For that matter, there is truly no such thing as bulletproof helmets or other armor. The term bulletproof is described by…
Picking the right bulletproof helmet can seem like a daunting job, with a multitude of bulletproof helmet brands on the market vying to provide you with the best and most durable bulletproof helmet. However, because this relates to the most important part of the body being covered, you need to make an informed buying decision. Research reveals that only 9…
WHAT NEEDS TO LOOK OUT WHEN BUYING A BULLETPROOF VEST? If there is a situation where you find yourself between guns and bullets, it is high time to buy bulletproof vests. Especially for Police officers, it’s essential to have high-quality protective vests plates with all the necessary precautions. If you are thinking of buying, then you can consider Kevlar vests, Ballistic vests…
Two different meanings arise with the word Ballistic, specifically when we talk about fabric. First, the type of material used for soft body armor, especially in Ballistic-resistant fabric isthick and tough. The materials required to weave these fabrics are of higher strength like Para-aramid, a high-performance polyethylene (HPPE), or high-modulus polyethylene. All these ballistic fabrics have a particular use in making world-class body…
A ballistic vest is also known as a bullet-proof vest. This is a type of personal armor, which helps you protect yourself from explosions. The soft vests are mainly made of different layers of laminated fibers. This can give you protection from small-caliber handguns and other shotgun projectiles. It can save your life from hand grenades as well. These vests have a…
