DRDO Develops Lightest Bullet Proof Jacket for Enhanced Protection
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Development of Lightest Bullet Proof Jacket |
| Developed by | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) - Defence Materials and Stores Research and Development Establishment (DMSRDE), Kanpur |
| Purpose | Protection against Level 6 of BIS 17051 ammunition |
| Tested at | Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL), Chandigarh |
| Key Features | - New design approach with novel material and processes- Front Hard Armour Panel (HAP) defeats multiple hits in ICW (In-conjunction with) and Standalone design- HAP made of monolithic ceramic plate with polymer backing- Ergonomic design enhances wearability and comfort |
| About TBRL | - DRDO lab based in Chandigarh- Focuses on high explosive compositions, blast lethality, and fragmentation studies- Involved in captive flight testing of bombs, missiles, and airborne systems- Conducts ballistics evaluation of protective systems like body armor, vehicle armor, and helmets |