摘要 |
<p>An improved lightweight armored vehicle (1) and cost effective method of retrofitting standard automobiles to make them lightweight armored vehicles is disclosed. Metal caps (133, 350) fit about laminated windows (131, 358) to protect the laminated edges from stress, moisture and atmosphere and fit within the standard automobile's original window frame (135, 362). Prefabricated rigidly formed lightweight opaque armor (19, 21) is molded to closely fit within the standard automobile. The armor is designed for cost effective on-site manufacture of components and cost effective installation procedures to produce an affordable lightweight armored vehicle.</p> |