Predicting Weapon Effects for Defense and Homeland Security

Abstract

How well will weapons work? The answer to this question is not simple, but is necessary to develop effective weapons and survivable systems. The fundamental knowledge required to answer this question comes from energetics experts--researchers and developers of warheads, explosives, propellants and pyrotechnics. Ideally, real-world tests are used to determine weapons effects, but they are not always possible, particularly due to cost. To improve this situation, the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (Indian Head), in Maryland, develops high-fidelity simulation tools to serve as an acceptable surrogate for real-world tests. These tools accelerate development and reduce cost, while informing weapons development and systems survivability for defense and homeland security applications. They provide the United States with a strategic advantage today and, with sustained investment, will continue to give the nation a strategic advantage for years to come.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2014
Accession Number
ADA608668

Entities

People

  • John Hendershot
  • Robert Kaczmarek

Organizations

  • Defense Acquisition University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Blast
  • Brain Injuries
  • Environment
  • Explosions
  • Explosive Ordnance Disposal
  • Explosives
  • Homeland Security
  • Improvised Explosive Devices
  • Munitions
  • Naval Mines
  • Naval Operations
  • Navy
  • Security
  • United States
  • Warfare
  • Weapons Effects

Readers

  • Maritime and Naval Warfare Studies
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • Systems Analysis and Design