Method for Dispersing or Arresting Lava Flow.
Abstract
This invention relates to methods for diverting the flow of lava away from populated or important geographical areas by positioning containers or vessels having an inert or nonexplosive fluid therein, or similar material which may be solid or semi-solid. The vessel is designed so that it will explode under very high pressure, which pressure can be developed within the vessel by positioning the vessel in an area which may be subject to extremely high temperatures so as to cause the material within the vessel to vaporize and create pressures sufficient to cause an explosion of large magnitude due to the sudden release of tremendous pressure forces built up therein.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 21, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADD010855
Entities
People
- J. Sperrazza
Organizations
- United States Army