Videos tagged with Trauma Mitigation

This video provides a detailed overview of Level IV body armor plates from Predator Armor. It explains the NIJ rating requirements, focusing on the plate's ability to stop 30-06 armor-piercing rounds. The construction, including the ceramic strike face, Kevlar backer, and Cordura wrap, is discussed, along with the function of foam padding for protection and trauma mitigation. The video also touches on variations in materials and their impact on weight, thickness, and cost, highlighting Predator Armor's value proposition with a 10-year warranty.

This video demonstrates the critical importance of trauma pads when using body armor. Testing with modeling clay reveals that while Level IIIA armor stops projectiles, the resulting blunt force trauma can cause significant injury. Trauma pads demonstrably reduce impact depth by up to 66% for .45 ACP and 75% for 9mm rounds, making them a vital, inexpensive addition for anyone wearing armor.