Predicting Eye Safe Separation Distances from Nuclear Detonations
Abstract
Effects of retinal burns and flashblindness caused by eye exposure to nuclear flashes are reviewed, and mathematical concepts and equations used to predict eye safe separation distances (SSD) from low-altitude nuclear detonations are developed. A computer program using these concepts and equations has been prepared, and predicted results are compared with Operation Dominic experimental results. Effects on predicted SSD are shown for attenuation of the nuclear flash thermal energy by a B-1 windscreen and by sunglasses. Predicted SSD for both retinal burns and flashblindness, for day and night conditions, are shown for detonation yields from 0.01 to 10,000 kt; for detonation altitudes of 1, 10, and 30 ktf; and for visibilities of 5 and 25 naut. miles.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA037070
Entities
People
- Everett O. Richey
Organizations
- United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine