Accession Number:

ADA193372

Title:

Automated Diaphragm Loading for the LB/TS (Large Blast/Thermal Simulator).

Descriptive Note:

Technical rept. 30 Sep 85-28 Feb 86,

Corporate Author:

SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INC SAN DIEGO CA

Personal Author(s):

• Osofsky, I. B.
• Mason, G. P.
• Hove, D. T.

Report Date:

1986-02-28

Pagination or Media Count:

116.0

Abstract:

This study describes a design investigation of a cartridge loading diaphragm system for the LBTS. A diaphragm geometry was evaluated a number of materials were investigated for use in the diaphragms and cartridge system. Cooling and heating analyses were conducted. A mechanical diaphragm opener was investigated. Manufacturing techniques and costs were investigated. Structural analyses were conducted. Keywords Explosive forging, Driver, Shock wave, Fast acting valve, Diaphragm, Cartridge, Shock tube, Rupture.

Descriptors:

• *SHOCK TUBES
• *SIMULATORS
• *BLAST WAVES
• *THERMAL SHOCK
• AUTOMATION
• BLAST
• CARTRIDGES
• COOLING
• DIAPHRAGMS(MECHANICS)
• EXPLOSIVES
• FORGING
• GEOMETRY
• HEATING
• MANUFACTURING
• MATERIALS
• MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
• RUPTURE
• SHOCK WAVES
• STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
• THERMAL RADIATION
• NUCLEAR EXPLOSION SIMULATION

Subject Categories:

• Test Facilities, Equipment and Methods
• Explosions

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE