Videos tagged with Armalite AR-30

This experiment details the process of weakening a solid aluminum block using gallium, a non-toxic metal that infiltrates and embrittles aluminum. The treated block is then subjected to ballistic testing with calibers ranging from .22 LR to .50 BMG API-T rounds, demonstrating significant structural compromise and eventual shattering. The analysis reveals gallium's effect on aluminum's grain boundaries, destroying its ductility.

This video details the explosive results of shooting compressed oxygen tanks with high-powered firearms. Initial tests with smaller calibers failed to penetrate, but .338 Lapua Magnum and .50 BMG API-T rounds caused massive fireballs and sustained torch effects due to the oxygen fueling combustion. The experiment highlights the extreme reactivity of oxygen and the destructive potential when combined with high-velocity projectiles.

This video demonstrates a unique ballistic test using 300 lbs of Play-Doh to assess the penetration capabilities of various firearm calibers, from 5.56mm to .50 BMG. The expert instruction from Matt Carriker highlights how different rounds interact with the medium, showcasing fragmentation, penetration depth, and energy transfer. The test culminates with a .50 BMG Barrett M82 and a 12 Gauge AP Incendiary slug, providing valuable insights into projectile performance.

This video from Demolition Ranch, hosted by Matt Carriker, tests the bullet resistance of a solid magnesium block using various calibers from 9mm to .50 BMG. The tests reveal that while lower caliber rounds cause minimal damage, high-energy rounds like the .50 BMG can cause sparking and ignition, especially in low light conditions. An APIT round proved most effective at igniting the magnesium.