Abstract: A blast control blanket is provided. The blanket has a first tubular fabric layer and a second tubular fabric layer. Each tubular fabric layer has a circumferential weave direction. The tubular fabric layers are oriented so that their weave directions are orthogonal. The tubular fabric layers are preferably an auxetic woven fabric. Optionally, smaller fabric sections may be seamed together to form each tubular fabric layer. The tubular fabric layers are stitched together so as to form a perimeter channel. A wire cable is disposed in the perimeter channel and may be used to secure multiple blankets together or secure the blanket to another structure. Optionally, an outer cover may be provided, preferably of ballistic nylon.

Abstract: A relatively lightweight, modular, blast control system utilizes a plurality of fabric panels that may be joined to form a matrix or blanket to protect or control the blast. The panels are preferably made from layers of auxetic woven fabric, with each successive fabric layer oriented between 0-90 degrees from the previous layer. The panels may be connected together via a locking mechanism or assembly comprising a cable which runs the length of the perimeter of each fabric panel, and a torque pin rotated about two adjoining cables to form an interlocking connection. The panels connected in this manner form the fully assembled blast control blanket.