Encapsulated Preformed Shapes

Abstract

Anti-ballistic component including encapsulated preformed ceramic shapes are disclosed. Preformed ceramic shapes having a preformed geometry are encapsulated in a metal alloy to stiffen and lighten an anti-ballistic component. The preformed ceramic shapes may be arranged in layers of uniform arrays of preformed ceramic shapes and contained in a porous container to receive the metal alloy during a casting process. A truss structure may be integrated in the preformed ceramic shapes to compartmentalize the preformed ceramic shapes into multiple isolated sub regions to stiffen the anti-ballistic component.

Description

BACKGROUND

[0001] Ballistic impact resistant components are desirable in a variety of industrial, commercial, and military applications.

[0002] Recently, armor assemblies formed of multiple materials having different material properties (i.e., high hardness and toughness) have been used.

[0003] However, these armor assemblies still have weaknesses. For example, the armor assemblies may not be stiff enough to keep from deforming or deflecting during use. Further, the armor assemblies may be relatively heavy as compared to armor assemblies using less metal.

[0004] Thus, there remains a need to develop new armor assemblies that are stiffer and lighter.BRIEF SUMMARY

[0005] This Brief Summary is provided to introduce simplified concepts relating to techniques for manufacturing anti-ballistic components, such as armor, comprising encapsulated preformed ceramic shapes, which are further described below in the Detailed Description. This Summary is not intended to identify essential features of the cl...

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