Aramid Layers Research Articles

Experimental Investigations on Shear Thickening Fluids as "Liquid Body Armors": Non-Conventional Formulations for Ballistic Protection.

Shear thickening fluids (STFs) have garnered attention as potential enhancers of protective capabilities and for the optimization of Kevlar® armor design. To assess the possible shear thickening properties and potential application in ballistic protection, ten formulations were developed by employing polyethylene glycol (PEG) or polypropylene glycol (PPG), along with fumed silica or Aerosil HDK®. Rheological characterization facilitated the identification of formulations displaying shear thickening behavior. The potential integration of the selected shear thickening fluids (STFs) into Kevlar®-based composites was investigated by studying the impact resistance of Kevlar® soft armor structures. Also, high-velocity impact testing revealed that the distance between aramid layers plays a crucial role in the impact resistance effectiveness of Kevlar®-STF composite structures and that there is a very narrow domain between optimal and undesired scenarios in which STF could facilitate the penetration of Kevlar. The introduction of STF between the Kevlar sheets disrupted this packing and the energy absorption capacity of the material was not improved. Only one formulation (PEG400, Aerosil 27 wt.%) led to a less profound traumatic imprint and stopped the bullet when it was placed between layers no.1 and no.2 from a total of 11 layers of Kevlar XP. These experimental findings align with the modeling and simulation of Kevlar®-STF composites using Ansys simulation software (Ansys® AutoDyn 2022 R2).

A novel investigation on rotary tool-assisted electrical discharge-micro drilling of carbon-aramid hybrid composite

This study reports the pioneering investigation on rotary tool-assisted electrical discharge micro-drilling (RTEDµD) of carbon-aramid hybrid laminate (CAHL). The machining times (MT) for fabricating one through-micro-hole (depth: 1500 µm) on the CAHL containing 1, 2, and 3 layers of aramid were 785 s, 800 s, and 840 s respectively. The MT increased by 20 % for the CAHL containing 3 aramid layers compared to carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP). The diameter of the holes was within 730–900 µm and an overcut of 4.28 %–28.57 % was observed.

Energy absorption behavior of aramid/DCPD backing to determining the blunt trauma criterion of a human head in a ballistic helmet

The research involved analyzing a material solution for a 9 mm Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Parabellum loaded with ballistic impact on a resin laminate strengthened with extra aramid layers. The goal of this research is to determine the impact of material (aramid/DCPD) layer thickness on the energy absorption performance of the laminate for blunt trauma as blunt criterion (BC). For this purpose, aramid fiber laminate with dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) resin matrix was prepared. Laminate samples were tested on the drop test and were subjected to ballistic loads. The ABAQUS/Explicit program and finite element method were used to conduct the study. Individual material systems' optimal solutions were created using numerical analysis, and they were then classified using the mass-efficiency criterion. The numerical results were compared with the experimental using samples prepared according to the modeling methods. Selected results were shown and discussed in the later part of the paper.

Study on the failure effect of aramid reinforced concrete slab under localized blast loading

As a new material with low density, high modulus and high strength, aramid fibers and composite laminates are widely used in protective structures. Aramid reinforced concrete panels as a new type of protective combination of structures, especially in the concrete-aramid laminate composite blast-resistant structure, the optimal thickness combination of reinforced concrete and aramid laminate has not been targeted research. In this paper, three types of scaled down reinforced concrete (RC) slabs, aramid fiber reinforced concrete (AFRC) slabs and aramid fiber reinforced plastic reinforced concrete (AFRPRC) slabs were designed and fabricated to carry out experimental studies under local explosive loading and to compare the blast resistance of different slabs through damage analysis. Based on LS-DYNA software, the damage characteristics of AFRPRC plates were investigated and compared and analysed with the test results to verify the accuracy and applicability of the FEA model. Typical damage patterns of structures under different TNT charges were obtained, and empirical equations between the damage characteristics of reinforced concrete slabs (maximum mid-span displacement, crater diameter, crater depth) and TNT charges were fitted by means of magnitude analysis. The effect of the aramid layer on the structural blast resistance performance was analysed from three perspectives: maximum central displacement, stress wave attenuation rate and internal energy absorption. The results show that AFRC improves the blast resistance of reinforced concrete not significantly relative to ordinary reinforced concrete slabs, while AFRPRC slabs maintain good integrity and show better blast resistance. The best blast resistance performance of AFRPRC panels is achieved when the ratio of reinforced concrete thickness to aramid layer thickness is 50:3. The results of the study can provide theoretical basis and reference for efficient protection of composite structures.

EXPERIMENTAL ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECT OF THE WOVEN ARAMID FABRIC ON THE STRAIN TO FAILURE BEHAVIOR OF PLAIN WEAVED CARBON/ARAMID HYBRID LAMINATES

Remarkable advances in the research and development of micro/mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) seek thin, lightweight and strong materials for their structural applications. As these structures involve various loading conditions in both the in-plane and through-the-thickness directions during their life cycle, the assurance of the structural stability in each direction is deemed mandatory. The woven Aramid fibers as high strain materials (HSM) are known to improve the through-the-thickness impact strength. However, the addition of the HSM can affect the overall tensile behavior of composite laminates. This study investigates the effect of the woven Aramid fiber on the in-plane tensile behavior of Carbon/ epoxy laminates. Laminates are fabricated using an easy and cost-effective Vacuum Assisted Resin Infusion Molding (VARIM) setup. A uniaxial tensile test was conducted to analyze the tensile behavior of Carbon/Aramid hybrid composites. The effect of adding the woven Aramid layer and the Carbon fabric sequence on the tensile modulus, strain to failure and modulus of toughness are investigated in this study. The results revealed that the presence of Aramid has a positive hybrid effect on the failure strain, exhibiting pseudo-ductile behavior with a compromise in the tensile modulus of the virgin Carbon/epoxy laminate.

Characterization and ballistic performance of hybrid jute and aramid reinforcing graphite nanoplatelets in high-density polyethylene nanocomposites

Hybrid nanocomposites have emerged as a promising solution for engineering applications associated with reduced costs and weight aiming to enhance performance in special areas such as ballistic protection. This study delves into the development of hybrid nanocomposites featuring a high-density polyethylene matrix modified with graphite nanoplatelets and reinforced by aramid and jute fabrics. The incorporation of GNP significantly influences the crystalline structure of the GNP/HDPE matrix, as evidenced by Raman and X-ray diffraction analyses. Furthermore, it assumes an important role in modifying the crystallization and glass transition temperatures (Tc and Tg) and influencing the dynamic mechanical behavior. Specifically, it increases viscoelastic stiffness, raises the storage modulus by more than 30 %, and reduces the tanδ value. In addition, replacing 5 layers of jute fabric with an equivalent number of aramid layers maintains comparable ballistic performance to a 20-layer aramid nanocomposite. This substitution yields a remarkable 659.41 J of absorbed energy and a limit velocity of 405.72 m/s. Additionally, a hybrid nanocomposite comprising 10 layers each of jute and aramid showcases impressive ballistic resistance against 9 mm caliber ammunition, achieving 419.84 J of absorbed energy and a limit velocity of 320.13 m/s. Scanning electron microscopy analysis exposes the intricate fracture mechanisms, encompassing phenomena such as crazing, GNP/HDPE fibrillation, fiber rupture, and debonding. These mechanisms are significant in the composite's energy absorption during a projectile impact. Moreover, a cost-benefit analysis underscores the potential of hybrid nanocomposites in ballistic protection by simultaneously reducing both helmet weight and cost in 7 % and 40 %, respectively.

Assessment of low-velocity impact response of a hybrid carbon-aramid braided composite by algorithmic quantification of volumetric structures

This work investigates the impact response of a hybrid two-dimensional (2D) tubular braided composite through an ex-situ examination of its internal structure. An inter-ply hybrid laminate of biaxial braided carbon and aramid layers was manufactured. The sample underwent split Hopkinson pressure bar (SHPB) impact testing, where the applied energy induced barely visible impact damage (BVID). Volumetric representations of the sample were created before and after impact testing using micro-computed tomography (µCT). Novel algorithms were developed to assess properties of the braided composite sample. First, voids in the sample before and after impact were identified through a series of image processing techniques, after which various void properties were extracted. Each void was then matched between datasets to track property change caused by impact. Next, damage in the sample after impact was identified through another series of image processing techniques, then quantified and characterized in the context of the full sample. Statistical analyses in the form of paired-sample t-tests were performed for void properties and overall surface topologies. Additionally, measurement of 3D strain within selected regions of the sample was performed using digital volume correlation (DVC). Results showed that the impact damage did not cause significant void enlargement, but instead caused surface topology shifts, particularly at the inner surface, owing to plastic deformations caused by impact damage, which were primarily caused by delamination and developed from large voids at the site of impact. The hybrid material configuration exhibited a phenomenon where the inner and outer layers minimized cracking in the middle layer, causing plastic deformation to be the primary impact response of the middle layer. Through the analysis processes developed in this work, quantitative assessment of tubular braided composites was achieved by measuring changes in voids caused by impact at the individual level, and by examining the damage profile while accounting for the voids. The methodology can be applied to various material configurations to provide meaningful insight into the effects of hybridization in the impact response of braided composites.

Impact Testing and Modelling of Composite Laminate Panels for Use in Off-Road Racing Vehicle Belly Guards

Off-road racing vehicles require protection on the underside of their chassis in order to protect vital components from impact damage. The use of composites in thin laminate form to achieve this protection is widespread, although failure due to impact from foreign objects still occurs. The use of UHMWPE (Ultra High-Molecular Weight Polyethylene) fibres, which have superior mechanical properties to aramid fibres in vehicle belly guards, is not prevalent and, hence, could prove useful in this application. A comprehensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is performed in order to determine suitable laminate panel layups that can be tested, analysed, and compared to the original laminate layup, which comprises six layers of aramid and two layers of carbon fibre fabrics. This provides initial insight into the comparison of the new proposed laminates and reveals if improvements have been made. The laminates found using FEA are manufactured into panels that represent the fixture and loading cases seen in racing vehicles. Experimental testing is carried out on the various panels, and the results are compared to those of the mathematical modelling. Substituting the currently used carbon fibres with more aramid fibres increases the impact resistance of the panel. Using UHMWPE fibres greatly increases the impact resistance of the panel; however, fibre delamination becomes more prevalent. This is due to the poor fibre wettability of UHMWPE fibres and the large strain before failure of the fibres. The modelled results show good agreement with the experimental results in terms of the locations at which damage occurred.

Ballistic properties of curaua-aramid laminated hybrid composites for military helmet

The present research aimed to develop laminated hybrid-composite with aramid woven fabric and curaua non-woven mat, to evaluate the possibility of using as military ballistic helmets. It explores the potential of hybrid solutions, which are more socio-environmentally sustainable and cheaper. All hybrid composites were produced in non-alternate layers model. In addition to hybrid configurations, epoxy laminated composites reinforced with only aramid woven fabric or only curaua non-woven mat were also investigated, with 73 and 58 vol.% of reinforcement, respectively. The cold compression molding process was used for all composites. The ballistic characterization was performed through protection level determination and residual velocity tests to estimate the ballistic limit and absorbed energy, with their corresponding reduction maps. As results, composites with 15 layers of aramid (52 vol.%) and one layer of curaua (15 vol.%) obtained the maximum level of ballistic protection. For composites with two layers of curaua the ballistic limit estimate was 292 m/s, which is ∼15% lower than the limit of the 9 mm projectile velocity corresponding to the maximum level (level II), compared to the composite commonly used in ballistic helmets. Curaua non-woven mat structure and its positioning behind the aramid woven fabric, as well as the lower total number of layers, reduced the ballistic resistance capacity of the hybrid composites. Although the proposed configurations with curaua non-woven mat did not meet the ballistic level requirement of the Brazilian COBRA helmet, these mentioned results are a strong indication of the enormous potential of hybrid composite for military helmet applications.

Mechanical Properties Optimization of Hybrid Aramid and Jute Fabrics-Reinforced Graphene Nanoplatelets in Functionalized HDPE Matrix Nanocomposites.

Natural lignocellulosic fibers (NLFs) have been used as a reinforcement for polymer matrix composites in the past couple of decades. Their biodegradability, renewability, and abundance make them appealing for sustainable materials. However, synthetic fibers surpass NLFs in mechanical and thermal properties. Combining these fibers as a hybrid reinforcement in polymeric materials shows promise for multifunctional materials and structures. Functionalizing these composites with graphene-based materials could lead to superior properties. This research optimized the tensile and impact resistance of a jute/aramid/HDPE hybrid nanocomposite by the addition of graphene nanoplatelets (GNP). The hybrid structure with 10 jute/10 aramid layers and 0.10 wt.% GNP exhibited a 2433% increase in mechanical toughness, a 591% increase in tensile strength, and a 462% reduction in ductility compared to neat jute/HDPE composites. A SEM analysis revealed the influence of GNP nano-functionalization on the failure mechanisms of these hybrid nanocomposites.

Multi-criteria decision-making analysis and numerical simulation of the low-velocity impact response of inter-ply S2-glass/aramid woven fabric hybrid laminates

Hybrid composites have gained a lot of attention due to their superior mechanical performance and energy absorption capacity compared to single-fibre counterparts, but studies on the hybridization of aramid and S2-glass fabrics are still scarce. This paper presents a multi-criteria decision-making analysis and numerical simulation applied to the study of the performance of asymmetric inter-ply hybrids of plain-weave aramid and satin-weave S2-glass fabrics/epoxy laminates subjected to low-velocity impact. Different aramid/glass fibre ratios, impact sides and impact energies (19 J, 37 J and 72 J) were investigated. A multi-criteria decision-making analysis was performed to identify the best laminate design based on the technique for order of preference by similarity to the ideal solution which considered areal density, deformation and absorbed energy as design criteria. A novel numerical FE model based on continuum damage mechanics was developed considering non-linear material constitutive behaviour and different interlaminar and intralaminar failure modes. The material model was implemented in Abaqus/Explicit solver using a user-defined material model, and the non-linear material behaviour in the normal direction is considered by defining instantaneous stiffnesses using third-degree polynomials. The results identified single fibre laminates as the worst designs and hybrid laminates with aramid on the impact side as the best design. Besides, for similar fibre ratios, the total delamination area was larger for the impact on aramid layers.

Curaua-Aramid Hybrid Laminated Composites for Impact Applications: Flexural, Charpy Impact and Elastic Properties.

Curaua, as a leaf-based natural fiber, appears to be a promising component with aramid fabric reinforcement of hybrid composites. This work deals with the investigation of flexural, impact and elastic properties of non-woven curaua–aramid fabric hybrid epoxy composites. Five configurations of hybrid composites in a curaua non-woven mat with an increasing quantity of layers, up to four layers, were laminated through the conventional hand lay-up method. The proposed configurations were idealized with at least 60 wt% reinforcement in the non-alternating configuration. As a result, it was observed that the flexural strength decreased by 33% and the flexural modulus by 56%. In addition, the energy absorbed in the Charpy impact also decreased in the same proportion as the replaced amount of aramid. Through the impulse excitation technique, it was possible observe that the replacement of the aramid layers with the curaua layers resulted in decreased elastic properties. However, reduction maps revealed proportional advantages in hybridizing the curaua with the aramid fiber. Moreover, the hybrid composite produced an almost continuous and homogeneous material, reducing the possibility of delamination and transverse deformation, which revealed an impact-resistant performance.

Aramid Fibers Modulated Polyethylene Separator as Efficient Polysulfide Barrier for High-Performance Lithium-Sulfur Batteries.

The separators with high absorbability of polysulfides are essential for improving the electrochemical performance of lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries. Herein, the aramid fibers coated polyethylene (AF-PE) films are designed by roller coating, the high polarity of AFs can strongly increase the binding force at AF/PE interfaces to guarantee the good stability of the hybrid film. As confirmed by the microscopic analysis, the AF-PE-6 film with the nanoporous structure exhibits the highest air permeability by the optimal coating content of AFs. The high absorbability of polysulfides for AF-PE-6 film can effectively hinder the migration of polysulfides and alleviate the shuttle effect of the Li–S battery. AF-PE-6 cell shows the specific capacity of 661 mAh g−1 at 0.1 C. After 200 charge/discharge cycles, the reversible specific capacity is 542 mAh g−1 with the capacitance retention of 82%, implying the excellent stability of AF-PE-6. The enhanced cell performance is attributed to the porous architecture of the aramid layer for trapping the dissolved sulfur-containing species and facilitating the charge transfer, as confirmed by SEM and EDS after 200 cycles. This work provides a facile way to construct the aramid fiber-coated separator for the inhibition of polysulfides in the Li–S battery.

Influence of hybridization on the mechanical and dynamic mechanical properties of aramid/S2-glass hybrid laminates

This work investigates the effect of hybridization and stacking sequence on the response of S2-glass/aramid/epoxy interply hybrid laminates, focusing on flexural, short beam, dynamic-mechanical results and, especially, quasi-static indentation (QSI) properties. Different laminates of comparable thickness were manufactured by vacuum infusion, one with only aramid fabrics ([K]4S), one with only S2-glass fabrics ([G]8S) and six interply hybrids, namely [G6K5], i.e. six S2-glass layers on top of five aramid layers (asymmetric), [G8K4] [G10K3], [K2G4]S, [G2K]S2 and [G4K2]S. QSI tests were used to determine absorbed energy, maximum energy and peak load, and the in-plane damage was analyzed. Significant differences in mechanical and dynamic-mechanical properties (pairing effect) were observed for the [K2G4]S, [G2K]2S, [G4K2]S and [G8K4] hybrids, and the adhesion factor (A) presented the closest correlation with energy absorption capacity of the laminates. The results have shown that hybridization of aramid composites with S2-glass may enhance impact absorption, and a positive hybrid effect was observed for the laminates with S2-glass fibers on the top surface, [G6K5], with peak load and absorbed energy (9.9 kN and 55 J, respectively) higher than that of the pure laminates [G]8S (5.9 kN and 41 J) and [K]4S (8.6 kN and 46 J).

Tensile Properties of Curaua-Aramid Hybrid Laminated Composites for Ballistic Helmet.

A typical ballistic protection helmet for ground military troops has an inside laminate polymer composite reinforced with 19 layers of the aramid, which are neither recyclable or biodegradable and are relatively expensive. The hybridization of synthetic aramid with a natural lignocellulosic fiber (NLF) can provide a lower cost and desirable sustainability to the helmet. In the present work, the curaua fiber, one of the strongest NLFs, is, for the first time, considered in non-woven mat layers to partially replace the aramid woven fabric layers. To investigate the possible advantage of this replacement, the tensile and impact properties of aramid/curaua hybrid laminated composites intended for ballistic helmets, in which up to four layers of curaua were substituted for the aramid, were evaluated. Tensile strength, toughness, and elastic modulus decreased with the replacement of the aramid while the deformation of rupture was improved for the replacement of nine aramid layers by two layers of curaua. Preliminary impact tests corroborate the decreasing tendency found in the tensile properties with the replacement of the aramid by curaua. Novel proposed Reduction Maps showed that, except for the replacement of four aramid layers by one layer of curaua, the decrease percentage of any tensile property value was lower than the corresponding volume percentage of replaced aramid, which revealed advantageous hybridization for the replacement of nine or more aramid layers.

Impact-resistant membranes from electrospun fibers with a shear-thickening core

Shear thickening fluid (STF) has great application potentials in the development of soft armors due to their unique properties. In this present study, the coaxial electrospinning method was used for the first time, using STF as the core of the composite fiber and polyketone (PK) as the sheath to fabricate a soft, foldable and impact-resistant fiber membrane with a mesh structure. The morphology, structure, chemical components, and impact resistance of the fiber membrane were characterized in detail. A core/shell structure was observed in the fiber cross section clearly. The impact resistance of the composite fibers (core to sheath ratio = 1:4, STF content = 46.2%), was about 33.3% higher than that of pure PK fibers without a core. When only one layer of the composite fibers (areal density = 60 g/m2) was added as an interlayer to two layers of aramid 1414 fibers, the impact resistance of the fabric increased by 18.8%. When spray coating resin was used in combination with only one layer of the composite fibers (areal density = 60 g/m2), the impact resistance of the fabric was enhanced by 27.8%. Therefore, the resultant fiber membrane has broad application prospects as an impact protection material.

The Effects of Hybridisation of Composites Consisting of Aramid, Carbon, and Hemp Fibres in a Quasi-Static Penetration Test.

The quasi-static penetration properties of hybrid laminates were experimentally investigated. Aramid fabrics, carbon fabrics, and short hemp fibres were applied as the reinforcements of hybrid and non-hybrid composite laminates with polyurethane–polyurea (PUR/PUA) matrix. The laminates were made by hand, in a mould. They were cured at room temperature for 24 h. Hybrid laminates consisted of aramid and carbon layers in two different configurations, i.e., aramid at the innermost layers and outermost layers. Aramid/PUR/PUA and carbon/PUR/PUA composites were fabricated for comparison purposes. Laminates were also prepared via an analogue sequence of laying the reinforcement layers with the addition of 5% by weight of hemp fibres in the PUR/PUA matrix. Quasi-static penetration tests (QSPT) were conducted using a tensile testing machine with a surface-hardened, hemispherical, steel punch (9 mm diameter tip), reflecting the geometry of the Parabellum projectile. A quasi-static puncture test was carried out until the laminate was perforated. The ratio between the support span (Ds) and the punch diameter (Dp) was SPR = Ds/Dp = 5.0. The results showed the influences of laminate hybridisation on the values of absorbed energy, punch shear strength, and damage mechanism in the QSPT test. The addition of hemp fibres to aramid laminates resulted in a positive hybridisation effect. The order of layers of aramid and carbon fabrics in hybrid laminates influenced the results obtained in the QSPT test.

Experimental investigation on dynamic and static transverse behaviour of thin woven Carbon/Aramid hybrid laminates

Trends in the development of lightweight micro/mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) demand thin composite laminates for their structural applications. As these structures experience impact loading during their life cycle, the performance enhancement in the through-the-thickness direction is deemed mandatory. This study investigates the application of Aramid/Carbon fibre reinforced polymer hybrid thin laminate in enhancing static and dynamic transverse loading behaviour. Laminates are fabricated by Vacuum-Assisted Resin Infusion Moulding (VARIM) process. A three-point bending and the Charpy impact tests were conducted to analyse the static and the dynamic transverse loading behaviour of the hybrid laminates, respectively. The effect of location and stacking sequence of the woven aramid layers on low-velocity impact and the static transverse flexural loading has been investigated in this study. The results have revealed that the location and the stacking sequences of the Aramid fabric in laminated CFRP play an essential role in their impact strength with a compromise in the flexural properties. The laminates with two layers of Aramid fabric at (0/90) and (±45) orientation each on their outer surface displayed a better impact behaviour in terms of the average impact strength and the absorbed energy. The images obtained from optical micrography conclude that the delamination and fibre breakage as the significant damages due to through-the -thickness loading.

The influence of kenaf contents and stacking sequence on drop-weight impact properties of hybrid laminated composites reinforced polyvinyl butyral composites

For the high cost of aramid fibres and the necessity for finding alternatives which are environmentally friendly, a portion of aramid was substituted by woven kenaf at various sequences and thicknesses, to identify the proper arrangement for producing helmet shell. Drop-weight impact tests were conducted on different configurations of 19 layers of kenaf and aramid reinforced polyvinyl butyral film, which were fabricated by the hot press method. Effects of fibre content, layering sequence and energy absorption of the laminated composites were studied at three different impact energies 50, 75, 100 J. Results suggested that the behaviour of hybrid laminates has a positive effect in terms of energy absorbed and impact resistance, due to lower failure strain of kenaf fibres. Additionally, placing woven kenaf layers alternate with aramid layers provides higher impact loads and absorbed energy than placing woven kenaf and aramid separately, especially at impact level 100 J. For example, the absorbed energy of the 17 Aramid/2 Kenaf Alt. (H1A) is 72.99 J, while for 17 Aramid/2 Kenaf (H1) is 66.04 J. The closed curves indicated the success of the samples in absorbing the dissipated energy at various impact energies values. It could be deduced that it is possible to replace the aramid fibre in various composites industries by kenaf fibre, to minimize harmful environmental effects and cost of petroleum products.

Embodiment of dilatant fluids in fused-double-3D-mat sandwich composite panels and its effect on energy-absorption when subjected to high-velocity ballistic impact

A new type of sandwich composite panel (SCP) is fabricated, with a novel combination of a core of fused-double-3D-mat composites made of E-glass sandwiched between layers of aramid -fibre mats for the efficient dissipation of energy when subjected to a ballistic impact. Novel methods of the SCP fabrication and indigenous techniques of the embodiment of the dilatant fluids within its cores have been discussed. The fabricated composites were subjected to high-velocity ballistic impact using 9 mm bullets of average velocity-400 m/s. It is observed that due to the incorporation of the dilatant fluid within the SCP, it could absorb 20.24% of the energy incident on it. The amount of energy absorbed is 43.96% more than that absorbed by the hollow composite and it recorded a percentage increase in absorbed energy per unit increase in mass by 22.43%. This allows the fabricated SCPs to be used in applications requiring enhanced energy dissipation.