Exploding Metallic Foils for Slapper, Fuse, and Hot Plasma Applications: Computational Predictions, Experimental Observations
Abstract
A new computer model for determining the time-dependent behavior of exploding metallic foils is discussed. The model emphasizes the hydrodynamic expansion of exploding foils and gives insight into the temporal evolution of the material density and temperature as well as the nonlinear electrical circuit interaction. The model reproduces experimental observations very satisfactorily. Predictions of the model are also discussed. An experimental facility to verify or modify the predictions and to generate an atomic data base is described.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA638616
Entities
People
- Arthur E. Greene
- Douglas L. Weiss
- George H. Nickel
- Irvin R. Lindemuth
- Ismael A. Garcia
- John H. Brownell
- Thomas A. Oliphant
- Willard F. Hemsing
Organizations
- Los Alamos National Laboratory