There are many types of bullets in the world, and the performance of bulletproof vests varies.

11 Feb.,2025

The highest level III or IV bulletproof vests typically adopt composite armor, consisting of multiple layers of different materials, such as steel plates, ceramic composite armor, and more. These materials can effectively absorb and disperse the energy of bullets, thereby providing better protective effects. Even when facing bullets with high penetration and destructive capabilities, such as armor

 

There are many types of bullets in the world, and the performance of bulletproof vests varies.

 

  The world is full of various bullet types, from handgun bullets to rifle (machine gun) bullets, and from ordinary bullets to special-purpose bullets. According to incomplete statistics, there are now more than thousands of known bullet types globally, with handgun bullets accounting for up to hundreds of types. These bullets are widely used in fields such as war, public security, hunting, and more, making them an indispensable weapon in modern society.

 

  In terms of bulletproof vests, there are mainly two standards globally: the NIJ (National Institute of Justice) standard in the United States and the European standard. The NIJ standard is the most widely used standard for bulletproof vests. According to the NIJ standard, bulletproof vests are divided into six levels, from the highest level III or IV to the lowest level I or II. Different levels of bulletproof vests can provide different levels of protective capabilities and can respond to bullets of different speeds and types.

 

  The highest level III or IV bulletproof vests typically adopt composite armor, consisting of multiple layers of different materials, such as steel plates, ceramic composite armor, and more. These materials can effectively absorb and disperse the energy of bullets, thereby providing better protective effects. Even when facing bullets with high penetration and destructive capabilities, such as armor-piercing rounds or explosively formed projectiles, high-level bulletproof vests can still provide certain protection.

 

  However, some soft bulletproof vests mainly absorb the energy of bullets by deflecting the bullets or causing them to fragment, rather than stopping the bullets completely. This type of bulletproof vest is typically made of multiple layers of high-strength fiber fabrics, such as Kevlar fibers and carbon fibers. These fabrics have high strength and toughness and can effectively absorb and disperse the energy of bullets, thereby providing a certain level of protective effect. However, the protective capability of soft bulletproof vests is relatively lower compared to composite armor bulletproof vests, so they are only suitable for lower-level bullet attacks.

 

  As manufacturers of bulletproof products, it is necessary to continuously improve product quality control and technological innovation to enhance the performance and reliability of bulletproof vests. At the same time, it is also necessary to constantly understand market and user needs and launch more user-friendly protective products that meet their needs. For example, it may be possible to develop more lightweight, comfortable, and breathable bulletproof vests to improve the user's wearing experience and effectiveness; it may be possible to develop more efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly bulletproof materials to improve product performance and sustainability; it may be possible to strengthen product design and process levels to improve product appearance and quality.

 

  In conclusion, there are numerous types of bullets globally, with varying performance characteristics of bulletproof vests. As manufacturers of bulletproof products, it is necessary to continuously improve product quality and technological levels, launch safer, more reliable, and more efficient protective products that meet user needs and market changes. At the same time, it is also important to abide by relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards to avoid unnecessary harm and losses caused by the misuse of bullets and bulletproof vests. For ordinary people, understanding the performance and characteristics of different bullets and bulletproof vests is very important as it helps us better protect ourselves and others.