High tech armor vs Ultra-tech armor

[Rupert]

Originally Posted by RyanW

As to the question of spaced armor, one effect is the probable reduction of armor penetration modifier for AP type ammunition. The hardened cap/core is destabilized and not hitting the rear layer the way it was designed to.

The problem with stating this is that while it'll work better than a single plate against threats up to its limit, the outer layer will get shot up by minor threats, which might be important if its the outer skin of a ship or aeroplane, and threats that are too great for the system will penetrate more readily than they would against a single plate. Also, non-capped projectiles will be quite happy with a 'thin plus thick' scheme compared to the same weight in a single plate.