Security & Future
Vol. 2 (2018), Issue 1, pg(s) 43-45

TECHNICAL FACILITIES FOR ENSURING SECURITY

Types of bulletproof vest. Classification

  • 1 Technical University of Sofia
  • 2 IMSETHAC-BAS-Sofia

Abstract

This report proposes a classification of the bulletproof vest according to various features, which is based on a study and analysis of modern threats and the use of vest by military, police and other units. This classification would allow for a quick, easy, adequate and reasoned choice of the appropriate vest kind and type depending on the tasks and the environment of operation.

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