In 2011, Amendment II partnered with the University of Utah’s Nano Institute in order to develop the implementation of carbon nanotubes (CNT’s) into body armor applications. The result was RynoHide, an unprecedented lightweight and flexible ballistic compound.

Nanotechnology begins at the molecular level. A single carbon nanotube is 1:100,000 the thickness of a sheet of newspaper and five times stronger than steel. RynoHide harnesses the power of carbon nanotechnology in conjunction with traditional soft body armor components.  RynoHide makes flexible armor stronger.

Traditional armor is designed to stop projectiles moving thousands of feet per second from penetration and back-face deformation. Back-face deformation is the bulge that occurs in the back of the armor from a projectile hitting the front without passing completely though. Traditional armor is designed to minimize these threats by using 20 to 30 layers of a high tensile strength synthetic aramid, such as Kevlar.

The acceptable back-face deformation limit for body armor, as set by the National Institute of Justice, is 44mm, or nearly two inches. RynoHide helps body armor achieve a back-face deformation level in the low 30′s, without increasing the weight of the armor.

Less back-face deformation means less hurt on the body.

“That’s a huge advantage for the user of the armor if they get hit,” says R.G. Craig, President of Amendment II. “It could be the difference between a stay in the hospital or simply going home at the end of the day to your family.” Such protection is achieved without compromise in comfort and convenience.

Amendment II is the exclusive developer of CNT enchanted protective body armor. This innovative approach to ballistic resistant compound production is accomplished through an intricate and highly technical manufacturing process. CNT’s are applied to RynoHide elements at the thread level. Nanotechnology has been used in other industries such as computer research, and telecommunications, but nothing like this has ever taken place in the protective armor field.

RynoHide has already been used successfully as a compound of lightweight armor systems, military and law enforcement uniforms, vehicle armor, and in structural applications. The potential usage that RynoHide has to offer in many more applications is extensive.

Salt Lake City, UT – February 22, 2012 - Amendment II, an American armor company, has been selected to chair the sixth annual IDGA Military Armor Protection Conference this year. This prestigious consortium of military armor experts will meet February 27-29, 2012 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center in Alexandria, Virginia. Organized by the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement (IDGA), the conference provides a forum for the military armor community to exchange ideas on new armor technologies, challenges and developments in protective equipment for vehicles and personnel. In addition, armor protection professionals (both military and non-military) can learn the current requirements, latest advancements and future development of military armor.

As the developer of the innovative armor protection system, RynoHide™, Amendment II will chair the IDGA Conference. RynoHide™ is a soft, flexible, lightweight armor technology which utilizes cutting-edge nanotechnology to provide ballistic protection with less weight than traditional armor products. Derek Williams, President of Amendment II said, “we are excited and honored to have been selected to chair this year’s Military Armor Protection conference. With RynoHide™ being so easily used in both body and vehicle armor, we believe this is the optimal venue for our company. We look forward to showing RynoHide™ and it’s capabilities to key decision makers who will be implementing armor solutions in the years ahead, and to learn from them about their future needs.”

Speakers at this year’s conference include Brigadier General Thomas S. James, Commandant, US Army Armor School; Colonel Frank M. Muth, Chief of Dominant Maneuver Division, Force Development Directorate, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-8; and Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Reilly, Program Manager, Infantry Combat Equipment, MARCORSYSCOM. Together with the other presenters, speakers, and attendees, these military armor experts will discuss the challenges faced and innovations needed by today’s military, in our continually changing and increasingly dangerous theaters of conflict.

About Amendment II
Amendment II, Inc. maintains headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. Led by Chairman of the Board, General Robert C. Oaks (USAF, Ret.), Amendment II is dedicated to bringing lighter, safer, more functional armor to America’s military, law enforcement, and personal security operators. Amendment II licenses its premier product, RynoHide™ to vehicle, aircraft, and watercraft armor OEM’s, and is the maker of the Centurion vest and CRU Guardian among other ballistic protection products. For more information, visit www.amendment2.com.

Contact:
John Fierro
3115 E Lion Lane, Suite 160
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
Ph: 800-992-8052

Salt Lake City, Utah (PRWEB) February 07, 2012

Amendment II is proud to announce the release of the world’s lightest, most flexible, and universal vehicle armor. AII’s revolutionary tactical armor, RynoHide™, has transformed armored vehicles. The first car to roll of the line is an amazing 2012 650hp Supercharged Camaro 2ss – completely bulletproof.

This mind-blowing car is just the beginning. Amendment II’s cutting edge and patented technology makes it possible to armor virtually any vehicle using RynoHide™, the world’s most advanced ballistic and shrapnel resistant combat material. The incorporation of RynoHide™ into any vehicle will provide protection from high velocity shrapnel and small arms fire. In addition, it is extremely lightweight and flexible. That sets this material apart from traditional armoring which can add 2,000 pounds or more to a vehicle’s weight.

RynoHide™ can adapt to work in virtually any vehicle, be it air, land, or sea. This unique, flexible, and lightweight material will fit high-end vehicles, exotic sports cars; and it will even fit a convertible!

There is no sacrifice in quality using RynoHide™ armored cars. All vehicles maintain their integrity, and high level of performance because of the nature of the material. Because RynoHide™ is lightweight, there is no additional wear and tear on the chassis of the vehicle, need to reinforce the frame, or alter the suspension. Further, the flexibility and adaptability of the fabric do not compromise the body or interior of the vehicle. It is virtually unnoticeable to the vehicle operator.

What the driver does get is peace of mind, knowing that his or her vehicle offers one of the highest levels of protection available in armored vehicles.

The power, protection, and performance of RynoHide™ is now available.

Contact (RynoHide Car Armoring)
Rich Brand
rich(dot)brand(at)amendment2(dot)com
801.201.7878

Contact (Press)
John Fierro
john(dot)fierro(at)amendment2(dot)com
801.634.8894

All other inquirires:
800.992.8052
http://www.amendment2.com

These statistics represent an alarming trend. The number of officers killed by gunfire have surpassed the former number one reason for law enforcement fatalities, traffic-related incidents. The violent trend upward is exactly what we at Amendment II want to combat. Every day men and women place their lives on the line to protect the rest of us. We want them to return home to their families each night. We want to save lives.

The upward surge in officers killed by violence in the line of duty must stop. There is technology available that will reverse the trend through the use of improved protection. We at Amendment II have the technology with RynoHide(TM), the world’s foremost frag-resistant and advanced ballistic protection body armor available. We have outdated the efficacy of the traditional bullet proof vest. Law enforcement agencies have access to the means to send their officers home safely with uniforms designed specifically for both male and female police officers here at Amendment II.

For full details on the NLEOMF report, visit www.nleomf.org.