Application of the Response Probability Density Function Technique to Biodynamic Models
Abstract
A method has been developed, which we call the response probability density function technique, which has applications to predicting probability of injury in a wide range of biodynamic situations. The method, which was developed in connection with sonic boom damage prediction, utilizes the probability density function of the excitation force and the probability density function of the sensitivity of the material being acted upon. The method is especially simple to use when both these probability density functions are lognormal. Studies thus far have shown that the stresses from sonic booms, as well as the strengths of glass and mortars, are distributed lognormally. Some biodynamic processes also have lognormal distributions, and are therefore amenable to modeling by this technique. In particular this paper discusses the application of the response probability density function technique to the analysis of the thoracic response to air blast and the prediction of skull fracture from head impact.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA040020
Entities
People
- Robert L. Hershey
- Thomas H. Higgins
Organizations
- Booz Allen Hamilton