VTT Develop New Bullet Proof Material

Finland’s VTT have developed a new material that can be used in bullet proof, anti-theft and shrapnel protection applications.

VTT have sold the patent rights to Exote Oy, another Finnish Company who intend to build a production facility in Southern Finland to produce the material.

The material itself is composed of ceramic and metal. It is claimed to be as hard as tungsten carbide, yet tougher than ceramic, with the ability to be easily moulded into shape. It also has good resistance to high temperatures. VTT’s material has the advantage over existing ceramic materials that they can absorb repeated impacts and heavy blows.

The new material and associated production techniques are being optimised for large-scale production. Tests are also being carried out to explore other potential commercial applications fort he material.

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