An Efficient Technique for the Collection and Analysis of Fragment Mass Distributions from Fragmenting Munitions
Abstract
A fundamental step in evaluation of warhead performance is the characterization of fragments emitted during warhead detonation. This characterization presents several outstanding experimental difficulties. The emitted fragments must be captured, a process made difficult by their high initial speeds - commonly over 2 km/sec. However, the capture must be 'soft' to avoid breaking the fragments into pieces, thus changing the mass distribution. In addition, an overriding consideration is the severe blast environment that accompanies a detonation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1996
- Accession Number
- ADA320043
Entities
People
- J. T. Klopcic
Organizations
- United States Army Research Laboratory