This video delves into the principles of terminal ballistics using a firearm demonstration. It explains the creation and use of ordnance gelatine and Permagel for testing, focusing on the concepts of permanent cavity, temporary cavity, and penetration depth. The analysis highlights the performance characteristics of the 9x19mm cartridge, comparing it implicitly to larger calibers like .45 ACP, and discusses survivability of pistol bullet wounds. The demonstration also visually illustrates bullet deceleration and the temporary cavity effect within the gel block.
This video demonstrates the terminal ballistics of the SA80 L86A1 Light Support Weapon firing 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition into a 10% ballistic gelatine block. The content explains the scientific principles behind ballistic gel testing, including the formation of permanent and temporary cavities, and the importance of penetration depth. It details how gelatine simulates human tissue for wound track analysis and discusses the characteristics of the 5.56mm round, its origins with the AR-15/M16 platform, and its effectiveness when yawing. The description also provides a link to the Royal Armouries collection.
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