3 DPIMMS High Detail Effectiveness Calculation From Collected Three-Dimensional Fragment Dispersion Data
Abstract
Current accredited assessment techniques for incapacitation of soldiers from missile or warhead test consist primarily of two-dimensional statistical approaches. However, new test techniques have captured the three dimensional locations of fragment impact in structures of interest. This data along with blast, and temperature data in the past could not be utilized to support the system effectiveness of the proposed munition. This paper will cover the creation of a high resolution 3D many-on-many simulation methodology which allows new high detail test data to enter the system effectiveness calculations. The Verification and Validation of this methodology will be covered along with extensions utilizing new personnel injury codes being introduced by the JTCG/ME. The migration of this code to the Windows/Intel computing environment to Support performance simulation studies will also be discussed. This methodology allows missile system developers to be credited with all of the effects from their warhead subsystem. Effectiveness simulations that limit the data collection to only primary lethal mechanisms shortchange innovative and low cost approaches to meet technical system performance specifications. In today's cost driven environment, the yardsticks of performance evaluation must not limit innovative approaches.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA364881
Entities
People
- Chris Pitts
- Edith Crow
- Glenn E. Romanczuk