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Researchers Develop Formula That Makes Body Armor Substantially Stronger
Boron carbide is very effective at stopping bullets fired from most handguns. But when bullets are coming at it faster than 900 meters per second, its ballistic performance is quickly lost and it cannot be relied upon
Using Silicon For More Efficient Body Armor
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Scientists at Texas A&M University are working to develop more durable body armor. Th...
The Evolving Urban Threat
...despite the changing threat levels in our society, there are easy and unobtrusive methods you can take to mitigate the risks and better protect yourself and your work place or home. The key is to keep up with technology, because we know the bad guys will.
Prepare Now For the Unexpected
With fires raging across California, other parts of the country in unusually cold temperatures, and increase in drought and other weather activitie...
Another Active Shooter Incident: How to be Prepared
Chances are, if you are reading this blog, you are aware of the recent spat of active shooter events. I’m also guessing that you are well aware of ...
Boy Raises $80K To Buy Protective Ballistic Vests For Police K-9s
K-9 officers don't all have ballistic vests. I actually just assumed this was something included in tactical gear for the dogs but the majority of ...
Half the Day is Night
Night Vision Devices
About Night Vision Devices You Need to Know
When I first joined the Army, my unit was still using the old “Starlight” style ri...
Bomb Blankets, for when you really, really need a security blanket
Linus had his security blanket, and modern law enforcement and security personnel now have one too - the bomb blanket. A bomb blanket is a flexible...
Ballistic Panels, Hide in Plain Sight
The problem with an active shooter is that we rarely know when and where one will spring up. If we had any inkling of an impending attack, we could...
Holiday Gift Guide for Military and Law Enforcement
As we get closer to the holidays, some people (present company included) are still working on their shopping lists. And if you have a Service Membe...
How To Increase The Lifespan Of A Bulletproof Vest?
How To Improve The Lifespan Of A Bulletproof Vest?
Most people are under the mistaken impression that as long as a bulletproof vest has not been da...
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