Videos tagged with Body armour

This video explores the history and development of the Osprey armour, a piece of personal protective equipment used by British troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Assistant Curator Scot Hurst delves into its origins, detailing its advantages and disadvantages, and contextualizes its place within the broader evolution of armour technology. The video encourages viewers to explore the Royal Armouries collection further and offers ways to support the museum.

This video from the Royal Armouries features Assistant Curator Scot Hurst discussing the Tyr Tactical Women's Plate Carrier. The content focuses on specialized protective gear designed for female soldiers, offering a glimpse into the museum's collection and the evolution of tactical equipment. The video encourages viewers to subscribe for more content on arms and armour and provides links for supporting the museum through donations and membership.

This educational video from the Royal Armouries' Home Learning Hub explores the history of body armour used by the British army during World War I. It delves into the collection of the Royal Armouries to tell the story of soldiers who wore this equipment, noting that not all of it was standard issue. The video also examines poetry inspired by the experiences of soldiers in the British Expeditionary Force (BEF). It is designed to support teachers and parents with home schooling and aligns with KS3 & KS4 English and History curricula.

This video demonstrates the Martini-Henry Rifle from 1880, discussing its historical significance as the standard British infantry rifle and its appearance in the film 'Zulu'. The description details the rifle's .450/577 caliber, its black powder ammunition, and compares its projectile impact to modern high-powered pistol rounds. It highlights the inability of the Martini-Henry's projectile to penetrate modern Kevlar body armor, contrasting it with the armor technology of its era. The video also links to the Royal Armouries collection for further exploration of arms and armor.

This video demonstrates the impact of a Heckler & Koch G3 rifle firing 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition against a ceramic plate over Kevlar body armor. It highlights terminal ballistics and the effectiveness of hard body armor in stopping projectiles by deforming and breaking up the bullet. The description also provides technical details about the 7.62x51mm cartridge and the G3's operational design, noting its evolution from WWII German technology and its development by CETME. The content is relevant for understanding body armor performance and the capabilities of this classic battle rifle.

This video demonstrates the terminal ballistics of a Kalashnikov-type rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm, testing its performance against a ceramic plate backed with Kevlar®. It explains how hard body armor functions by comparing it to medieval plate armor, where the ceramic breaks up to absorb projectile energy. The description also details the 7.62x39mm round as an 'intermediate' cartridge, suitable for assault rifles with reduced propellant charges, impacting its penetration power, as shown in the clip. The iconic "Avtomat Kalashnikova" (AK) is highlighted as a globally recognized firearm.

This video demonstrates the ballistic performance of a Beretta 92FS Brigadier firing 9x19mm Parabellum rounds against soft body armour, specifically Kevlar®. It highlights the concept of terminal ballistics and the effectiveness of soft armour in slowing down pistol-calibre rounds, while noting its limitations against rifle calibres and the potential for blunt force trauma to the wearer. The demonstration serves as a reference for body armour development and testing, emphasizing the trade-offs between protection, weight, and mobility.

This YouTube video showcases a ballistic test of a ZAHAL IIIA bullet-proof vest, made in Israel. The video demonstrates the vest's protection against a .45 caliber projectile. It highlights the vest's suitability for concealed protection, worn by VIPs, businessmen, and government officials, and is an official supplier for the IDF. The description provides direct links to purchase the vest, anti-trauma panels, and other bullet-proof vests from zahal.org. The vest is designed for easy wear under suits and is available in various sizes.