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Chinese armor tech mimics crocodile scales to deflect projectiles

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Chinese researchers have developed a novel armor technology inspired by crocodile scales, utilizing diamond-shaped ceramic tiles angled at 45 degrees. This design, published in Acta Armamentarii, aims to deflect projectiles more effectively than traditional hexagonal tile arrangements. The team, led by Zhaoxiu Jiang at Ningbo University, believes this technology could be applied to body armor, vehicles, and helicopters. AI

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Chinese armor tech mimics crocodile scales to deflect projectiles

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Chao Kong ·

    Inspired by crocodile scales, Chinese armour tech said to deflect projectiles

    Chinese researchers say they have developed a crocodile-inspired ceramic body armour that can deflect projectiles and potentially offer a low-cost alternative for lightweight ballistic protection. The team – led by associate research fellow Zhaoxiu Jiang at Ningbo University – ba…

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