A review on lightweight materials for defence applications: Present and future developments

The defence sector is now at an advanced level, catering to the global scenario, and countries also invest heavily in research and development. Countries around the world have spent a lot of money on research and development over the years in order to stay ahead of their competitors. Lightweight materials are critical in defence applications because they allow components to be lighter without sacrificing strength. This review provides an overview of the research related to defence applications. The book provides comprehensive details on current trends in the application of lightweight materials in defence. This review also includes historical and current perspectives on defence technologies. It discusses uses…