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New Insights from the Ballistic Dummy Lab: The Animal Collection We're excited to pull back the curtain on one of the most intriguing and highly requested product lines from the Ballistic Dummy Lab (BDL): our specialized Animal Collection of ballistic testing models. While our human-form dummies are standards in the industry, the Animal Collection offers unique, anatomically relevant targets for researchers, defense agencies, and...

They're Here: Ballistic Gel Aliens Invade Ballistic Dummy Lab! At Ballistic Dummy Lab (BDL), we've always prided ourselves on pushing the boundaries of what a ballistic dummy can be. We don't just make standard-issue torsos and heads—we thrive on unique, challenging, and sometimes downright bizarre custom projects. This dedication to innovation and high-quality custom work is what keeps our lab doors spinning! Lately, our...

Over the Years, there have been several papers and articles published about Perma-Gel, primarily in the context of its use as a soft tissue simulant for ballistics testing. The research often focuses on comparing its properties and performance to the traditional standard, 10% ordnance gelatin.  Here's a summary of the key findings and themes from these publications: 1. Comparison to Ordnance Gelatin: A central...