The Punch Charge.

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Abstract:

The punch charge is a novel metal-explosive configuration used to produce relatively large-diameter holes through steel target plates. The report treats several design configurations and describes the corresponding target response patterns in steel plates for a thickness range of 34 to 2 inches based on macrostructural studies and high-speed photographic analysis. Design parameters such as case thickness and explosive geometry are discussed relative to target hole size, mass of target metal removed, and target plug velocities. Author

Author(s):
Pearson, John
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL WEAPONS CENTER CHINA LAKE CALIF
Descriptive Note:
Technical publication,
Pagination:
0040

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NWC-TP-5556
Project Number(s):
ZR000-01-01
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*Explosive charges, *Penetration, Propelling charges, Perforation, Metal plates, Cratering, Test methods
Field(s)/Group(s):
Ammunition and Explosives, Armor
Keyword(s):
Punch charges
Report Date:
1973 Dec 01