EVALUATION OF MODEL TECHNIQUES FOR THE INVESTIGATION OF STRUCTURAL RESPONSE TO BLAST LOADS
Abstract
A study was made of structural response to dynamic loads through the use of structural models and to evaluate the related modeling techniques. The responding domes of Operation Plumbbob were modeled at one twenty-fifth scale using mild steel wire and microconcrete. These models were field tested under blast wave loading conditions at overpressures ranging from 80 psi to 20 psi. Good agreement was obtained between model and prototype structure in both failure mechanism and appearance, as well as in the location of the failure- survival pressures. It is concluded that with proper compliance with the similitude laws and adequately accurate fabrication techniques the modeling of the response of structures to dynamic loads can be quite successful.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0407921
Entities
People
- Harold D. Smith
- Richard P. Mayor
- Robert W. Clark
Organizations
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology