Making a BULLETPROOF John Wick Suit in Real Life!

Recent questions

• How effective are bulletproof suits?

  Bulletproof suits are not truly bulletproof but rather bullet resistant. The process of creating a bulletproof suit involved extensive testing to determine the layers needed for optimal bullet resistance. Specialized Kevlar material was crucial for the vest's effectiveness, with composite materials and woven Kevlar standing out during testing. The final material composite for the vest consists of 16 layers, less than 3.4 millimeters thick, providing protection against 9mm and .45 caliber bullets. The balance between flexibility and protection was crucial in the design process, resulting in a successful defense against handguns and submachine guns.

• What materials are used in bulletproof vests?

  Specialized Kevlar material is crucial for bulletproof vests, as it provides the necessary bullet resistance. The process of creating a bulletproof suit involved exploring composite materials to find a balance between flexibility and protection. The final material composite for the vest consists of 16 layers, less than 3.4 millimeters thick, with a focus on the effectiveness of woven Kevlar material. The use of shear thickening fluid in soft body armors is still under research, indicating ongoing advancements in materials used for bulletproof vests.

• How is back face deformation measured during testing?

  Clay was used to measure back face deformation accurately during testing of the bulletproof suit. This process involved testing different layers and materials to determine the optimal bullet resistance for the suit. The initial testing with manufacturer-recommended layering proved ineffective, leading to revised testing methods that included measuring back face deformation to ensure the suit's effectiveness. The final material composite for the vest consists of 16 layers, less than 3.4 millimeters thick, showcasing the importance of accurate measurements during testing.

• What is the process of creating a bulletproof suit?

  The process of creating a bulletproof suit involved hiring a materials science engineering student with tailoring experience to design and test the suit. Specialized Kevlar material was crucial for the vest's effectiveness, with a focus on finding the right balance between flexibility and protection. Testing included determining the layers needed for bullet resistance, with clay used to measure back face deformation accurately during testing. The final material composite for the vest consists of 16 layers, less than 3.4 millimeters thick, showcasing the intricate process of creating a bulletproof suit.

• What is the significance of shear thickening fluid in bulletproof vests?

  Shear thickening fluid used in soft body armors is still under research, indicating ongoing advancements in materials used for bulletproof vests. Testing with fancy nanoparticle shear thickening fluid yielded inconclusive results, highlighting the importance of continued research in enhancing the effectiveness of bulletproof vests. The process of creating a bulletproof suit involved exploring different materials and technologies, with a focus on finding the right balance between flexibility and protection. The final material composite for the vest consists of 16 layers, less than 3.4 millimeters thick, showcasing the evolving nature of materials used in bulletproof vests.