THERMAL RADIATION FROM NUCLEAR EXPLOSIONS
Abstract
A description of the explosion phenomena which determine the amount and character of the thermal radiation is presented together with the effects of atmospheric transmission and altitude of burst. The factors governing the response of materials to thermal radiation are outlined, and the nature and extent of large scale fires from nuclear explosions are discussed. The extent of fires caused by the thermal radiation from nuclear explosions is determined by the explosion characteristics, the modifying influences of the atmosphere and transmission through it, and the thermal absorption and combustion nature of the target materials.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0414345
Entities
People
- Harold L. Brode
Organizations
- RAND Corporation