Wounding potential of 4.4-mm (.173) caliber steel ball projectiles
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DOI: 10.1007/s00414-018-1816-6
Abstract: From time to time, severe or fatal injuries caused by small caliber air rifle projectiles are seen. In forensic sciences, the theoretical wounding potential of these weapons and projectiles is widely known. Usually, shots against… read more here.
Keywords: 173 caliber; wounding potential; caliber; air ... See more keywords
Evaluation of wounding potential of airguns using aluminium witness plates
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DOI: 10.1080/00450618.2018.1553207
Abstract: ABSTRACT Owing to their wounding potential, airguns are regarded as controlled firearms in some countries. In this study, aluminium witness plates were used to evaluate the wounding potential of airguns. A series of firing tests… read more here.
Keywords: wounding potential; aluminium witness; potential airguns; evaluation ... See more keywords