Scaling Problems for Wave Propagation in Layered Systems. Volume 3
Abstract
The purpose of the original contract was to investigate methods of laboratory simulation of the ground shock loading from a conventional weapon, and to develop a unified numerical simulation of the ground shock loading and structural response. The laboratory method of choice was the light gas gun, and recovery tests were conducted to demonstrate the suitability of the light gas gun for laboratory simulation. Subsequent to the recovery tests, it was deemed desirable to have instrumented test data to further confirm the performance of the light gas gun as used for the simulation. Therefore, additional work was conducted on instrumented tests to measure the load versus time, or loading profile, on the model test structures. This report covers the evaluation of suitable instrumentation for use in laboratory simulations, and a summary of the data obtained. Volume I described the gas gun facility and technique and correct scaling for test models. Volume II, Wave-Analysis Program for the Response of Buried Model Structures, describes the computer code for wave propagation analysis of buried model structures under ground-shock loading. Volume III, Experimental and Numerical Program, covers methods of laboratory simulation of ground shock loading from a conventional weapon and develops a unified numerical simulation of ground-shock loading and structural response.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA221256
Entities
People
- F. Y. Sorrell
- J. K. Park
- J. K. Whitfield
- Sang‐Hyun Lee
- Y. Horie
Organizations
- North Carolina State University