Abstract: In various embodiments, laminate materials having a first layer, second layer and third layer are described herein. The first layer includes a dilatant compound. The second layer is a ceramic material. The third layer includes a strike face material. The second layer is interposed between the first layer and the third layer. In some embodiments, nanomaterials such as HALLOYSITE nanotubes are mixed in the dilatant compound and are cross-linked thereto. Laminate materials of the present disclosure have beneficial properties for ballistic shielding for both persons and equipment. Dilatant compounds formed from a silicone fluid and a nanomaterial functionalized with at least one silane coupling agent are also described herein.