What is laminated safety glass composed of?

Laminated safety glass is made up of two layers of glass with a plastic interlayer bonded between them. This design is critical for safety; in the event of a breakage, the plastic film holds the glass pieces together, reducing the risk of injury from sharp shards and maintaining the integrity of the window. This characteristic makes laminated glass particularly useful in applications such as windshields in vehicles, where both visibility and protection are essential.

The composition of laminated glass is specifically engineered to provide enhanced strength and security, different from standard glass that is a single layer and lacks the protective qualities of the bonding layer. Other materials like metal and plastic alone do not form laminated glass, which reinforces the importance of the defined structure that includes both glass and the interlayer for safety features.