What material is body armor made of?
Aug 11, 2023
Bulletproof vests are mainly composed of jackets, bulletproof layers, buffer layers, and bulletproof inserts. Covers are generally made of chemical fiber fabrics or woolen cotton fabrics to protect the bulletproof layer and make the appearance beautiful. Some jackets have several pockets for carrying explosives and other supplies.
The bulletproof layer is usually made of single or composite materials such as metal, aramid fiber (Kevlar fiber), high-strength and high-modulus polyethylene, and is used to bounce off or embed penetrating bullets.
The buffer layer is used to dissipate impact kinetic energy and reduce non-penetrating damage. It is usually made of closed-cell knitted composite cloth, soft polyurethane foam and other materials.
The bulletproof insert plate is a kind of insert plate that enhances the protective capability of the bulletproof layer. It is mainly used to protect the gun from direct fire and the penetration of high-speed small fragments.
