Enhancing the explosive characteristics of a Semtex explosive by involving admixtures of BCHMX and HMX
April 2020
A well-known ternary plastic explosive, Czech Semtex 1H, contains a mixture of PETN and RDX softened by SBR. In this work, BCHMX was used to replace PETN in Semtex 1H to form Sem-BC+RDX. In addition,...
Share article
A review on lightweight materials for defence applications: Present and future developments
June 2023
The defence sector is now at an advanced level, catering to the global scenario, and countries also invest heavily in research and development. Countries around the world have spent a lot of money on...
Share article
The personal protective equipment (PPE) based on individual combat: A systematic review and trend analysis
October 2023
With the development of ordnance technology, the survival and safety of individual combatants in high-tech warfare are under serious threat, and the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as an important...
Share article
Cold metal transfer (CMT) technology - An overview
February 2018
Cold Metal Transfer technology has revolutionized the welding of dissimilar metals and thicker materials by producing improved weld bead aesthetics with controlled metal deposition and low heat-input....
Share article
Modelling of internal ballistics of gun systems: A review
November 2024
A deep understanding of the internal ballistic process and the factors affecting it is of primary importance to efficiently design a gun system and ensure its safe management. One of the main goals...
Share article
Modeling the blast load induced by a close-in explosion considering cylindrical charge parameters
June 2023
Structural damage is significantly influenced by the various parameters of a close-in explosion. To establish a close-in blast loading model for cylindrical charges according to these parameters, a...
Share article
A review: On path planning strategies for navigation of mobile robot
August 2019
This paper presents the rigorous study of mobile robot navigation techniques used so far. The step by step investigations of classical and reactive approaches are made here to understand the development...
Share article
A review on machinability of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) composite materials
August 2018
Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials are heterogeneous and anisotropic materials that do not exhibit plastic deformation. They have been used in a wide range of contemporary applications...
Share article
Thermobaric and enhanced blast explosives (TBX and EBX)
December 2016
In this review, excerpts from the literature of thermobaric (TBX) and enhanced blast explosives (EBX) that are concentrated on studies that include their compositions, properties, reactive metal components,...
Share article
A review of extreme condition effects on solder joint reliability: Understanding failure mechanisms
November 2024
Solder joint, crucial component in electronic systems, face significant challenges when exposed to extreme conditions during applications. The solder joint reliability involving microstructure and mechanical...
Share article
Performance analysis and design of loitering munitions: A comprehensive technical survey of recent developments
March 2022
Loitering munitions are increasingly used in armed conflicts. An extensive database of loitering munitions is developed based on information available in the public domain. This database includes dimensions,...
Share article
Survey and technological analysis of laser and its defense applications
April 2021
The laser technology has made remarkable progress over the past couple of decades. It is being widely employed in diverse domains, such as holography, space sciences, spectroscopy, medical sciences,...
Share article
Experimental study of bullet-proofing capabilities of Kevlar, of different weights and number of layers, with 9 mm projectiles
April 2019
Kevlar is the most commonly used material as armour for protection against bullets used in hand guns because of its impact resistance, high strength and low weight. These properties make Kevlar an ideal...
Share article
Recent applications of carbon-based composites in defence industry: A review
August 2022
Carbon-based composites, including carbon reinforced composites and carbon-matrix composites, in defence technologies have raised a lot of attention due to its significant physical capabilities, superior...
Share article
Recent progress in developing ballistic and anti-impact materials: Nanotechnology and main approaches
March 2023
With increasing international and civilian conflicts, developing advanced body armor has become an emerging field in academia and industry. Nanotechnology, by means of, incorporating nanomaterials,...
Share article
A comprehensive survey of cyberattacks on EVs: Research domains, attacks, defensive mechanisms, and verification methods
December 2024
With the continuous development of transportation electrification, the cybersecurity of energy infrastructure has become increasingly prominent. Explicitly, EVs resemble a significant tool to carryout...
Share article
A review on the high energy oxidizer ammonium dinitramide: Its synthesis, thermal decomposition, hygroscopicity, and application in energetic materials
January 2023
Ammonium dinitramide (ADN) is considered as a potential substitute for ammonium perchlorate in energetic materials due to its high density, positive oxygen balance, and halogen-free characteristics....
Share article
Research Advance in Swarm Robotics
March 2013
The research progress of swarm robotics is reviewed in details. The swarm robotics inspired from nature is a combination of swarm intelligence and robotics, which shows a great potential in several...
Share article
Formation of explosively formed penetrator with fins and its flight characteristics
June 2014
The ultimate goal of weapon system employing an explosively formed penetrator (EFP) is to defeat a target at the longest standoff. In order to do this, an EFP must be aerodynamically stable so as to...
Share article
Body armour – New materials, new systems
June 2019
This is a very timely review of body armour materials and systems since new test standards are currently being written, or reviewed, and new, innovative products released. Of greatest importance, however,...
Share article
Composite armor philosophy (CAP): Holistic design methodology of multi-layered composite protection systems for armored vehicles
November 2024
A philosophy for the design of novel, lightweight, multi-layered armor, referred to as Composite Armor Philosophy (CAP), which can adapt to the passive protection of light-, medium-, and heavy-armored...
Share article
Dynamic impact protective body armour: A comprehensive appraisal on panel engineering design and its prospective materials
December 2021
Personal body armour is one of the most important pieces of equipment to protect human beings from various critical and fatal injuries. In today’s modern world, various organizations including law enforcement...
Share article
Research progress on advanced rail materials for electromagnetic railgun technology
April 2021
Electromagnetic railgun attracts more and more attention due to its advantage in speed, cost, and obscurity. It is found that the rail should withstand huge mechanical and thermal shocks during the...
Share article
On the study of ricochet and penetration in sand, water and gelatin by spheres, 7.62 mm APM2, and 25 mm projectiles
April 2016
We examine the ricochet and penetration behavior in sand, water and gelatin by steel spheres, 7.62 mm APM2 and 25 mm projectiles. A threshold impact angle (critical angle) exists beyond which ricochet...
Share article
Ballistic design and testing of a composite armour reinforced by CNTs suitable for armoured vehicles
February 2024
This paper is investigating the use of composite armour reinforced by nanomaterials, for the protection of light armoured (LAV) and medium armoured military vehicles (MAV), and the interaction between...
Share article