TNT Equivalency of Bulk Nitrocellulose
Abstract
Peak side-on blast overpressure and scaled positive impulse have been measured for Nitrocellulose MIL-N-244A using configurations that simulate in- plant processing. Quantities of 11.34, 19.5, 22.68, 45 and 63.5 kg were tested in cylindrical storage containers, and orthorhombic scaled weigh feeder tube and a simulated section of the Thermal Dehydration Unit. High explosive equivalency values for each test series were obtained as a function of scaled distance by comparison to known pressure and impulse characteristics for TNT hemispherical surface bursts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA097472
Entities
People
- D. Westover
- F. L. Mcintyre
- P. Price
Organizations
- Computer Sciences Corporation