Exploring the high-velocity impact dynamics of polyurea-coated aluminum alloy plates: Numerical insights into flat and curved surfaces

Chinnarasu Arivoli, Kashi Ramajeyathilagam, SIMCRASH Centre, Department of Aerospace Engineering, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science

Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering

Published online on March 29, 2025

Abstract

Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, Ahead of Print.
This research investigates the ballistic impact performance and energy absorption capabilities of polyurea-coated aluminum alloy plates (250 mm × 250 mm, 6 mm thickness) under high-velocity oblique impacts. Spherical aluminum alloy projectiles with a ...