Springfield Armory—Echelon 4.0C Comp
Here’s something new that we’ve been anticipating for a while now—a compact Springfield…
Here’s something new that we’ve been anticipating for a while now—a compact Springfield…
The MK2 QD Scope & Optic Mounts are the latest evolution in Midwest…
Dead Foot Arms has introduced its Gen 3 SCW 2.5 stock/brace configuration. Engineered…
I designed the Button Man to give shooters a low-round-count, low-light-engagement drill that involved both…
The V Exercise was created for those who would like a continuous moving-and-shooting exercise that…
The tripod is the essential tool to allow the precise delivery of fire from any…
IDGA Q&A: Dr. Uday Vaidya, Director, Materials Processing and Applications Development Composites Center
[dcs_img_right
framed=”black” w=”181″ h=”76″]
http://gunsandtactics.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/logo_idga.jpg
[/dcs_img_right]
IDGA: First, could you tell us a little about your background and current responsibilities?
UV: I received my PhD from Auburn University and have been working in the area of lightweight advanced composites for over twenty years. I serve as the Director of the Materials Processing and Applications Development (MPAD) Composites Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and am a Professor of Materials Science & Engineering at UAB.
The MPAD center works closely with industry to provide comprehensive solutions—from concept design to prototype and commercial manufacture of value added materials. Our lightweight materials and manufacturing technologies are applied in defense, energy, transportation, automotive, biomedical and sporting applications. Examples include lightweight helmets, body gear, vehicle armor, air and missile defense products, mass transit doors and frames, power plant components, crutches and bicycles—all areas where weight reduction, high performance and cost-effective solutions are important.
IDGA: You’ll be discussing advanced lightweight materials and composites at IDGA’s Tactical Vehicles Summit. What are the primary program drivers for lightweight materials use?
UV: With increasing Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE?) standards for fuel economy for car manufacturers and need for weight reduction in buses, trains, trucks, aircraft etc., lightweight, high performance materials are becoming increasingly important. Integrated design, modeling and manufacturing are important in achieving optimal value added solutions with advanced lightweight materials. Lightening the weight helps in reduced energy consumption, less road wear, ability to carry more payload and reduces wear and load on structures—overall reducing the carbon footprint.
Click here to read full story…
Dr. Uday Vaidya is Director of the Materials Processing and Applications Development Composites Center at the University of Alabama (www.uab.edu/composites). Dr. Vaidya will be speaking at the Future Armor Technology Focus Day for IDGA’s 5th Annual Tactical Vehicles Summit, to be held from April 23-25, 2012 in Washington, DC. For more information on the event, visit www.TacticalVehiclesSummit.com or call 1-800-882-8684. For comprehensive defense and government news and information, visit www.idga.org
Guns & Tactics is an online media outlet that focuses on the firearms community, not just firearms and gear but also quality training, technical break downs and enlightening presentations.
Online university teams with Orange Beach, Ala., police agency to offer specialized training classes for women in law enforcement “It’s a confidence builder,” said Patrol Sgt. Jessica Daley…
The Pivot Ultracompact Folding Rifle is an innovative 9mm blowback rifle which uses patented technology to achieve a minimal footprint.
We take a first look at the new Xtech Mag47, this is a new polymer AK 47 magazine that is be touted as the strongest on the market. We…
In this episode of Tactical Gear Factory we travel to Portland, Oregon for a visit with Danner and to learn more about how they manufacture boots for the US Military.
On this Thursday we mark the 13th anniversary of the September 11th attacks against the United States and freedom. It was on this day that four hijacked planes crashed in a deadly day of horror, which killed almost 3,000 people and triggered two wars. We will always remember. We will never forget.
Chris chats with John Hollister of Sig about the SUR300 and much more. Sig Sauer
© 2025 UN12 Magazine
© 2025 UN12 Magazine
Wait! Don’t forget to