Hexagonal ceramic strikeface of Ballistic plate

Published on April 16, 2023
Duration: 0:12

This entry details the construction of a ballistic plate's strike face, as explained by Polenar Tactical. The plate utilizes hexagonal tiles made of aluminum ceramic (alumina) which are backed by a layer of aramid/Kevlar. This design allows for multi-hit capability by localizing damage to individual tiles upon impact, preventing catastrophic failure of the entire plate.

Quick Summary

Polenar Tactical demonstrates how hexagonal alumina ceramic tiles in ballistic plates localize damage. Upon impact, only the struck tile shatters, preserving the plate's integrity and enabling multi-hit capability, backed by a layer of aramid/Kevlar.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Damaged Plate
  2. 00:03Hexagonal Ceramic Tile Demonstration
  3. 00:07Aramid/Kevlar Backing Layer

Frequently Asked Questions

How do hexagonal ceramic tiles improve ballistic plates?

Hexagonal ceramic tiles improve ballistic plates by localizing damage. When a projectile impacts the plate, only the specific tile struck shatters, preventing the entire plate from failing and allowing for potential multi-hit capability.

What materials are used in the strike face and backing of this ballistic plate?

The strike face of the ballistic plate is made from hexagonal pieces of aluminum ceramic (alumina). The backing layer visible is a yellow aramid/Kevlar material, known for its strength and energy absorption properties.

What is the primary benefit of the hexagonal geometry in ballistic plate design?

The primary benefit of the hexagonal geometry is damage localization. This design ensures that an impact shatters only the individual tile, preserving the integrity of the surrounding tiles and maintaining the plate's protective function against subsequent threats.

What does 'multi-hit capability' mean for a ballistic plate?

Multi-hit capability means a ballistic plate can withstand multiple projectile impacts without catastrophic failure. The hexagonal ceramic tile design contributes to this by containing damage to individual impact points.

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