A current research focus is the development of advanced concepts and technologies for blast-resistant cabin structures and bomb-proof cargo containers. Numerical tools are being developed for vulnerability mapping of aircraft sub-structures. Vulnerable locations in an aircraft are being identified, new design approaches introduced, and tailored novel composite and hybrid materials are being used. Implicit and explicit measures are being considered based on reinforcing design strategies
and novel materials to increase blast and fire resistance with minimum weight penalty (TRIP, 2013a).