Advanced Ballistics for High Energy Defeat (ABHED) Jackets by DRDO and IIT Delhi
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Development | Developed by DRDO and IIT Delhi. |
| Name | ABHED (Advanced Ballistics for High Energy Defeat) |
| Material | Made from polymers and indigenous boron carbide ceramic material. |
| Design | Based on material characterization, modeling, and simulation with DRDO. |
| Weight | 8.2 kg and 9.5 kg for different BIS levels. |
| Protection | Provides 360° protection, meets highest threat levels, and passes all R&D trials. |
| Components | Includes Hard Armour Panels (HAP), Soft Armour Panels (SAPs), and carrier. |
| ABHED BIS Level 5 | Weight: 8 kg, defeats AK-47 HSC, MSC, and SLR bullets with BFS < 25 mm. |
| ABHED BIS Level 6 | Weight: 9.3 kg, defeats Sniper, SLR, AK-47, and Dragunov API bullets with BFS < 25 mm. |
| DRDO Establishment | Formed in 1958 by merging TDEs, DTDP, and DSO. |
| DRDO Responsibilities | Develops indigenous weapon systems, futuristic defense technologies, and countermeasures for NBC threats. Supports Indian industries through Transfer of Technology. |