Armored vehicles come in all shapes and sizes, but, as indicated by the name, they all aim to provide protection against enemy weapons. This can be done in many different ways, with bulletproof glass, simple steel plates or more complex composite armor. Angled armor – also known as sloped armor – is another method employed by designers to improve a vehicle’s durability. Since WWII this technique has been used on a wide scale and it can be identified easily: is the armor positioned up right, or at an angle? Its simple to spot angled armor, but what advantages does it … Continue reading Why do Tanks use Angled Armor?