Modeling of the Non-Auditory Response to Blast Overpressure
Abstract
The goal of this project is to develop mathematical models of the physical processes that cause blast injury so that the results of tests using animals in simple blast environments can be safely translated to estimating hazard to man exposed to blast both in the free field and within enclosures. The present project builds upon earlier work to develop models of the mechanics of the thorax and lung exposed to simple blast waves. The scope of activity has been expanded to include the lung, the gastro-intestinal track, the upper respiratory tract, and the tympanic organs. In addition, the work now addresses occupational and combat level exposures. This report covers the second year of the contract. A considerable amount of progress has been made in understanding the basic mechanisms of injury and in providing practical tools for the measurement and prediction of blast effects. Keywords: Blast overpressure, Injury, Modeling.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA189620
Entities
People
- James H. Stuhmiller