Integrated Ballistic Frame Tactical System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional tactical systems, such as vests and carriers, often compromise on performance, longevity, comfort, mobility, and protection to achieve other attributes, failing to provide a balanced solution for ballistic protection and user comfort.
Innovation Solution
A personal tactical system with integrated ballistic components, including a flexible body armor, ballistic plate, ballistic frame, and ballistic plate cover, disposed within an interior formed by an outer and inner layer, enhancing protection and mobility while maintaining comfort.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If conventional tactical systems use traditional ballistic protection structures, then ballistic protection is provided, but comfort and mobility are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The ballistic protection system is divided into multiple independent components including a ballistic frame, ballistic plates, and flexible body armor panels. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while collectively providing comprehensive protection that balances strength and comfort.
Solution Approach 2:
The system combines rigid ballistic plates and frame structures with flexible body armor materials to create a composite protection system. This integration of different material types provides both the strength needed for ballistic protection and the flexibility required for comfort and mobility.
2Strength
If ballistic protection components are added to tactical systems, then protection is improved, but weight and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The ballistic frame, ballistic plates, and flexible body armor are merged into a single integrated tactical system with a unified structure. This consolidation reduces overall system complexity compared to having separate protection components, while maintaining comprehensive ballistic protection.
3Strength
If rigid ballistic plates are used, then ballistic protection is enhanced, but comfort and ergonomics deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
Rigid ballistic plates are positioned specifically in high-threat areas where maximum protection is needed, while flexible body armor materials are used in areas requiring greater comfort and mobility. This localized application of different protection qualities optimizes both protection and ergonomics.
Solution Approach 2:
Flexible body armor panels are used to supplement rigid ballistic plates, providing both protection and flexibility. These flexible components conform to the body's movements and contours, maintaining comfort and ergonomics while enhancing overall ballistic protection.
Data Source
AI summary
Implementations described and claimed herein provide a personal tactical system configured to be worn by an individual for protection against threats. In one implementation, the personal tactical system includes one or more internal components disposed in an interior formed by an outer layer and an inner layer. The internal components include a flexible body armor, a ballistic plate, a ballistic frame, and/or a ballistic plate cover. The ballistic frame further includes an electrical system coupled to the frame body, the electrical system including one or more ports in communication with at least one of electrical or communication lines.