BTG Research focuses on science and technology to improve homeland security and better protect the armed forces of the United States in their valuable service to maintain our nation’s liberty. An emphasis since our founding in 2001 has been external ballistics and wound ballistics (elucidating remote mechanisms of ballistic injury) with the goal of aiding selection and development of more effective ammunition.
A major area of current effort is to better describe biomechanical mechanisms of traumatic brain injury and behind armor blunt trauma with an eye toward development and selection of better protective equipment and assessment of risks associated with given exposures. Toward these ends we have developed new methods including acoustic methods in external ballistics and a series of table-top shock tubes for laboratory scale blast experiments.
To help prepare the next generation to solve quantitative problems, our work in science education is focused on clearly defining the educational mission, helping students mature in analytical and mathematical skills, creating high-quality quantitative laboratories that integrate technology with exciting topic areas such as miniature rocketry, and creating supplementary video instruction that provides some benefits of one-on-one instruction at students’ convenience.
As avid outdoor sportsmen, the scientists at BTG Research also apply data gathering and analysis skills to improve wildlife management . This work complements our educational efforts by providing motivating projects for students.
We may be available for research collaboration in the form of consulting, contracts, grant subcontracts, or grant collaboration. Feel free to contact us with questions or to discuss possible collaborative efforts.
