Predicting projectile residual velocities using an advanced artificial neural network model.

In this research, we delve into the fascinating dynamics of projectiles and their interactions with materials, with a keen focus on residual velocity - the speed a projectile retains after striking a target. This parameter is pivotal, especially when considering the design of protective barriers in various environments. Traditional methods of gauging residual velocity have been cumbersome, resource-intensive, and occasionally inconsistent.

Effect of through thickness separation of fiber orientation on low velocity impact response of thin composite laminates.

The effect of separation of fiber orientation through the thickness of thin composites on their low velocity impact response is studied. The composites are prepared using unidirectional glass fiber reinforced epoxy through hand layup followed by vacuum bagging. The two dissimilar layups of composites considered have separation of composite layers with fibers having the same and different orientations through the thickness.