Complexities of Add-on Armour and Remedial Measures

Authors

  • S. N. Dikshit Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, Hyderabad

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14429/dsj.46.4057

Keywords:

Antitank ammunition, Armoured fighting vehicles

Abstract

Armoured fighting vehicles are under constant threat against newly developed antitank ammunition having higher penetration capabilities. Enhancing protection levels of existing tanks is associated with increased weight and volume penalties, affecting tactical mobility of the tank. The complexities arising in designing add-on armour are described along with the remedial measures. It is observed that even optimum add-on design calls for minor compromise in the usage of a battle tank.

Author Biography

S. N. Dikshit, Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, Hyderabad

Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, Hyderabad 

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Published

2013-01-01

How to Cite

Dikshit, S. N. (2013). Complexities of Add-on Armour and Remedial Measures. Defence Science Journal, 46(2), 109–113. https://doi.org/10.14429/dsj.46.4057

Issue

Vol. 46 No. 2

Section

Armaments & Explosives

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