The Measurement of Blast-Induced Motion of Structures Using a Doppler Radar,
Abstract
Measuring the motion of structures in a blast environment by photographic means is often made difficult by the presence of optical obscurants such as dust, water spray, and detonation products (fireball). The use of a CW (continuous wave) Doppler radar to make measurements of the velocities of materials within these optically opaque environments offers potential advantages. Of particular interest is the possible utilization of low-cost intrusion alarm CW radars now being mass-produced for the house/industrial security market. Preliminary results with steel, water, and concrete debris show promise of overcoming the optical limitations on visibility. Reflectivity data from various kinds of dusts and fragmented materials will be necessary to fully utilize the technique. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADP001767
Entities
People
- James J. Forster
- Marx Brook
- Richard K. Bailey
Organizations
- New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology