  The response of shear thickening fluids (STFs) under ballistic impact has
received considerable attention due to its field-responsive nature. While
efforts have primarily focused on the response of traditional ballistic fabrics
impregnated with fluids, the response of pure STFs to penetration has received
limited attention. In the present study, the ballistic response of pure STFs is
investigated and the effect of fluid density and particle strength on ballistic
performance is isolated. The loss of ballistic resistance of STFs at higher
impact velocities is governed by particle strength, indicating the range of
velocities over which they may provide effective armor solutions.
