Ballistic armoring project for as-350 helicopter with numerical-experimental analyzes.
Composite Materials, Armor, Computational Analyzes, Projectiles, Ballistic Testing.
The present work aims to project a shielding system for the AS-350 helicopter using as material the polymer matrix composite reinforced with aramid fiber (Kevlar). Taking into account the airworthiness requirements and the restrictions determined by the manufacturer, an analytical method was used to study the effects of armor on aircraft mobility.
The project started with the theoretical research to support the steps that compose the problem, from its conceptual phase to the experimental phase using the Aerospace Design Methodology in conducting the work.
To verify the efficiency of the ballistic composite, the Finite Element Method will be implemented through computational analysis with the assistance of ANSYS software simulating the dynamic impact of projectiles and studying the performance of the material.
The experimental tests will be carried out in an open external environment where the composite will be exposed to the impact of bullets with a caliber of 7.62 mm. Finally, a comparison of the results presented in both means of tests will be made, verifying the security protection of the ballistic plates.