Accession Number:

AD0785696

Title:

The Preparation and Ballistic Evaluation of Transparent Polyurethane Block Copolymers Based on 2,4-Toluene Diisocyanate,

Descriptive Note:

Corporate Author:

ARMY MATERIALS AND MECHANICS RESEARCH CENTER WATERTOWN MASS

Personal Author(s):

• Wilde,Anthony F.
• Matton,Richard W.
• Rogers,Joseph M.
• Wentworth,Stanley E.

Report Date:

1973-01-01

Pagination or Media Count:

16.0

Abstract:

The report describes synthesis and ballistic performance of a polyurethane block copolymer for transparent armor. It was formulated from 2,4-toluene diisocyanate, polytetramethylene oxide, and 1,4-butanediol. Curing parameters and composition are discussed with regard to ballistic performance.

Descriptors:

• *Polyurethane resins
• *Terminal ballistics
• *Armor
• Copolymerization
• Synthesis(Chemistry)
• Curing
• Molecular weight
• Transparence
• Molecular structure

Subject Categories:

• Plastics
• Ballistics

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE