TNT Equivalency of Composition C4 in Shipping and Process Containers

Abstract

Composition C4, bulk and extruded, was detonated in configurations representative of orthorhombic shipping boxes and a simulated in-plant dryer bed. Blast output parameters were measured and TNT equivalencies computed based on comparison with TNT hemispherical surface bursts. The results indicated that peak side on pressure and scaled positive impulse values were generally greater than 100%. TNT equivalencies varied due to the effect of geometry.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA095350

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  • D. Westover
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