NCK MATCA 2 - DP Development of materials for high-pressure ammunition

An important milestone, which was the development of a new hybrid high-pressure ammunition caliber 6.8 mm, started a new generation of assault weapons. New ammunition achieving a greater effective range and capable of overcoming ballistic defense at a greater distance compared to conventional ammunition also brings a technological challenge to the defense industry. The currently used materials for gun barrel production do not meet the strict requirements for mechanical and technological properties. The research and development of materials that will be able to keep up with the demands of new generation ammunition and that will meet the strict criteria of the defense industry is an important step for the development of the materials and technologies used in this sector.