Mechanisms of ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylenes subjected to ballistic impact
- đ¤ Speaker: Benjamin Russell, Cambridge University Engineering Department
- đ Date & Time: Thursday 24 November 2011, 16:00 - 17:00
- đ Venue: Mott Seminar Room, Cavendish Laboratory, Department of Physics
Abstract
Composites manufactured from Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene are used extensively for ballistic protection. However, the mechanisms that allow these materials to perform so well are little understood. This talk outlines some of the key physics that have been uncovered through recent work conducted at the Engineering Department, Cambridge.
Series This talk is part of the Physics and Chemistry of Solids Group series.
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Benjamin Russell, Cambridge University Engineering Department
Thursday 24 November 2011, 16:00-17:00