October 20, 2005: The U.S. Air Force has developed a new form of bulletproof glass; using aluminum oxynitride, known as ALON. This stuff is stronger and lighter than current bulletproof glass. Both ...

The latest in ballistic glass called “transparent armor” weighs less and can stop more bullets from penetrating when installed on a police cruiser. The NYPD has a estimated fleet count of ...

The transparent armor also performs well against heavier machine guns and some sniper rifles that use .50s. The protection level surpasses frequently used bulletproof glass, according to the research.

Oct. 25, 2005 — -- Banks and late-night convenience stores everywhere routinely feature imposing slabs of bullet-proof glass. Researchers are now hoping to put those thick, bulky panels on a ...

We check out smoke screens, bulletproof glass, and the fastest armored car on earth at U.S. Armor Group to learn the latest in protection tech.

BMW reveals i7 Protection, featuring the VR 9 level of ballistic armor and glass, and becoming the first armored EV sedan from a major automaker. The armored i7 features a dual-motor layout, good ...

Bullet-resistant material also replaces the factory glass, and is strong enough to stop a round from a .44 Magnum, the company claims. The armor package adds 385 pounds to the Sapphire's curb weight.

BMW recently unveiled an armored version of the 7 Series tailored to the needs of at-risk individuals. It's capable of stopping armor-piecing bullets, but Skip to main content ...