Introductory Guide to Explosives, Handling and Devices

Abstract

Material presented in this publication is offered as an introduction to the handling of explosives and to explosive devices. The information is directed primarily to those unfamiliar with explosives and is also intended as a review for those engaged in frequent care and movement of explosives. The material is not to be considered as complete or authoritative. Where detailed information is necessary, the proper authority has been referenced. In all cases, safety officers should be consulted.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1971
Accession Number
AD0725706

Entities

People

  • R. M. Zeek

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Counter IED
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Detonating Cord
  • Detonators
  • Explosions
  • Explosive Devices
  • Explosives
  • High Explosives
  • Igniters
  • Ignition
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Munitions
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Propellants
  • Shaped Charges
  • Solid Propellants
  • Transportation

Readers

  • Business Analytics
  • Explosive Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design