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DRDO develops lightest bullet proof jacket; can give protection against 6 sniper shots

UNI
Wednesday, 24 April 2024 (09:51 IST)
New Delhi: DRDO’s Defence Materials and Stores Research and Development Establishment (DMSRDE), Kanpur has developed the lightest bulletproof jacket in the country.
 
The jacket is capable of giving protection against 7.62 x 54 R API (Level 6 of BIS 17051) ammunition.
 
Recently, this bulletproof jacket was successfully tested at the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL), Chandigarh as per BIS 17051-2018, an official statement said.
 
This jacket is based upon a new design approach, where novel materials along with new processes have been used.
 
 
The ergonomically designed front HAP is made up of a monolithic ceramic plate with polymer backing which enhances the wearability and comfort during the operation. The areal density of ICW Hard Armour Panel (HAP) and standalone HAP is less than 40 kg/m2 and 43 kg/m2 respectively.
 
Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO has congratulated DMSRDE for the successful development of this lightest bulletproof jacket for protection against the highest threat level.

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