A comprehensive review of selected biological armor systems – From structure-function to bio-mimetic techniques

This paper explores several lamellar structures found in nature, which have been shown to possess superior armor systems. In particular, the hard armor systems of nacre and conch shells, and the flexible armor system of fish scales are the focus of this review due to their high relevance to the protective structural engineering discipline. The structure–function relationships that govern the superior mechanical performance of these systems are...