The History of the Quantity Distance Tables for Explosive Safety
Abstract
The history of the quantity-distance tables for explosive safety is traced from its inception to the present. Comparisons are made to alternative approaches used by NATO and other countries. There exist only minor differences in safety distances at this time. U.S. distances are more conservative for quantities less than 1000 lbs and less conservative for larger quantities. Projections are also made as to the effect of packaging changes, and containerization of ammunition shipments on future explosive safety standards.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1979
- Accession Number
- ADA072811
Entities
People
- Ona R. Lyman
Organizations
- Ballistic Research Laboratory