03-28-2014, 09:05 PM
There is a cushioning effect as well. The more layers you add, the less this effect has as a percentage of the total number of layers. It is more evident when you compare these results with his other test involving textile armour. There is not a straight linear progression between the number of layers and the amount of damage the armour can resist. Underpadding (either a padded liner or separate subarmalis) has a far more important role in the ability of body armour to protect the wearer than many people suspect.
Author: Bronze Age Military Equipment, Pen & Sword Books