Testing and simulation of microdebris from impacts with complex targets

Microdebris data from hypervelocity impacts of complex projectiles and ballistic missile targets were collected during three light-gas gun impact test series involving different geometric scales, impact velocities, and vehicle designs. Rotating and stationary witness panels of various materials and...

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Published inInternational journal of impact engineering Vol. 23; no. 1; pp. 489 - 500
Main Authors Kruse, G.R., Mendes, W.R., Sommers, W.J., Weed, R.A., Nash, K.D., Mayo, D.V.
Format Journal Article Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published Oxford Elsevier Ltd 01.12.1999
Elsevier Science
Subjects
Exact sciences and technology
Fundamental areas of phenomenology (including applications)
Inelasticity (thermoplasticity, viscoplasticity...)
Physics
Solid mechanics
Structural and continuum mechanics
Viscoelasticity, plasticity, viscoplasticity
Geometrical shape
Complex shape
Velocity
Penetration ballistics
Projectile
Vehicle
Missile
Target
Stainless steel
High speed
Gas gun
Debris
Impact test
Mechanical shock
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Summary:Microdebris data from hypervelocity impacts of complex projectiles and ballistic missile targets were collected during three light-gas gun impact test series involving different geometric scales, impact velocities, and vehicle designs. Rotating and stationary witness panels of various materials and at various locations within the test chamber were used to collect microdebris size, mass, material, direction, and velocity data. These data are presented along with preliminary results from associated analyses. Microdebris data provide an important element in understanding and simulating the complete debris environment associated with ballistic missile defense engagements along with the corresponding effects and observables.
ISSN:0734-743X
1879-3509
DOI:10.1016/S0734-743X(99)00098-6