ON THE RESPONSE OF A LAYERED HALF-SPACE TO A MOVING LOAD,
Abstract
The response of a two-layered, fluid half-space to a concentrated line-load moving over its free surface with uniform velocity is determined. Three cases are distinguished, as the velocity of the load is inferior to, intermediate to, or exceeds both of the two sonic speeds. It is argued that the results give a qualitative picture of the importance of refraction in a layered, elastic half-space subjected to a moving blast-wave. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 29, 1959
- Accession Number
- AD0605953
Entities
People
- John W. Miles
Organizations
- TRW Inc.