Vehicle Enclosure Protective Cladding

Abstract

This vehicle enclosure protective cladding is a modular, durable, and lightweight 3D-printed vehicle skin which is designed to enhance vehicle survivability while protecting occupants and internal systems from its surrounding environment. This 'armour / cladding' boasts ballistic protection and UV-resistant properties, providing an increased resistance to prolonged sunlight exposure and environmental degradation. Its modular construction allows individual panels and components to be easily installed, removed, replaced, or reconfigured to suit different vehicle platforms and operational requirements. The use of recyclable materials further supports component recovery and end-of-life management, contributing to many sustainable design principles which align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It is this combination of modularity, revolutionary protective properties, and functional design which contributes to the product's newness and distinctiveness.

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