Operational Unit
Advanced Composites & Ballistic Resistance Chemistry Team
Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
Unit Mandate
Mission & Operational Scope
Develops advanced composite materials and ballistic-resistant chemistries for Foundation field equipment, protective gear, and infrastructure, optimizing the balance between protection, weight, and durability for operational deployment.
Doctrine
NIJ Ballistic Resistance Standards · ASTM Composite Materials Testing Standards
Core Capabilities
Operational Capabilities
Carbon fiber, aramid, and ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene composite fabrication
Ballistic resistance testing and NIJ standard compliance evaluation
Ceramic-composite hybrid armor system development
Lightweight structural composite design for UAV and vehicle applications
Blast and fragmentation protection material characterization
Environmental durability testing for tropical and arctic conditions
Division III
Chemistry & Chemical Engineering