Guide-Lines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Underwater Explosion Tests

Abstract

The environmental effects of conventional underwater explosions are described and quantitative estimates provided where possible. These effects include noise, the deposit of chemical products in the sea and atmosphere, cratering and other bottom disturbances, and the killing of fish and other sea life. The long term effects on the environment are minimal. Nevertheless, knowledge of these is needed to avoid unnecessary harm and to fulfill legal and administrative requirements, including the preparation of Environmental Impact Statements. Also, explosion effects knowledge can be used during the planning stages to avert unnecessary delays or interference with essential military test programs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 13, 1973
Accession Number
AD0758641

Entities

People

  • George A. Young

Organizations

  • Naval Ordnance Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Counter IED
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Chemical Elements
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Climate Change
  • Environmental Protection
  • Explosives
  • Fish
  • Gases
  • Geography
  • Habitats
  • Health Services
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Medical Personnel
  • Oceanography
  • Ordnance Laboratories
  • Two Dimensional
  • Wildlife

Readers

  • Aquatic Ecology
  • Explosive Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design