Rheological Fluids for Energy Absorbing Systems

Abstract:

Two types of non-Newtonian fluids, magneto rheological (MRF) and shear thickening (STF) fluids, respectively were chosen as candidates for energy dissipation study in smart body armour. A series of magneto rheological fluids was synthesized on a basis of synthetic oil and carbonyl iron. The shear modules for the MRF containing 75 wt% of carbonyl iron, obtained in a magnetic field of 230 kA/m were as follows: complex shear modulus G* - 1.2 MPa, storage modulus G-1.2 MPa and loss modulus G 0.35 MPa. The studies revealed also that the silica fumed, dispersed in polypropylene glycol or polyethylene oxide, demonstrates shear thickening properties. The best combination of the properties (high viscosity, obtained at high shear rate) represents the material composed of the silica fumed (SF) and PEO300. Change of the volume fraction of the SF and variation of the molecular weight of the oligomer enables tailoring of the STF properties. Ballistic tests revealed that the structures containing PE bags with MRF (in magnetic field) or STF can enhance the protective performance of body armours providing their flexibility.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 440)
• Pages: 13-18
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.440.13
• Online since: October 2013
• Authors: Marcin Leonowicz*, Joanna Kozłowska, Łukasz Wierzbicki
• Keywords: Ballistic Performance, Magneto Rheological Fluids, Shear Thickening Fluids, Smart Armour

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