Extending Service Life of Transparent Armor Through Failure Analysis Based Activation Energy Modelling

Implement extended life improvements based on an accelerated life development tests to confirm delamination failures and associated activation energy levels of adhesives. Testing results will be used to create models and design tools to aid in development of improved life expectancy of Transparent Armor systems. Designs will be used to develop Transparent Armor samples for developmental and qualification testing in Phase II. Non-delamination Failure Modes will also be addressed and modeled in final designs so the result of Phase II will be a qualified design ready for procurement by MARCOR. The Innoveering PI has developed a similar model for Opaque Armor in his prior role at Dayton T. Brown Test Labs where he spearheaded test and development of transparent armor for multiple DoD and commercial customers according to all requirements of ATPD 2352. At the completion of the project we intend to have data and procedures necessary to amend ATPD 2352 with updated dynamics and life time/reliability requirements.