TRANSDUCER SHOCK STUDY,
Abstract
A sonar transducer was analyzed to determine the stresses induced in the ceramic drive element by an underwater explosion. The explosion forces are considered as a hydraulic shock along the axis of the transducers, and a mechanical shock normal to this axis. The analysis demonstrates that the peak stresses due to these two loadings occur in two distinct time periods. Therefore, the two types of shock motions are essentially independent of each other. The hydraulic shock at a given standoff is more damaging to the ceramic. Analytical and experimental standoffs for failure compare favorably. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 31, 1965
- Accession Number
- AD0631344
Entities
People
- A. D. Carlson
- R. J. Mcgrattan
Organizations
- General Dynamics