Titanium bars have long been used for reducing system weight in airframe structure and jet engine components.The high cost of titanium,however,has historically prevented their application to military ground vehicles.
In recent years,the cost of titanium bars has fallen relative to the cost of composite and ceramic aomors and titanium bars are now a valid option for some army application,whether for weight reduction or improved ballistic performance.The distinct advantages of low density,high strength,a large competitive industrial base,and well eatablished forming and shaping techniques establishes titanium bar as an excellent material for many military application.
