Use of the Subterrene for Military Drilling Applications.

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Abstract:

The subterrene melts holes through soil and rock by means of a high temperature penetrator. Its capabilities include precision drilling, simple operation, a natural casing of the drill hole in the form of a glass lining produced during penetration, long life of the penetrator the life of the subterrene penetrator far exceeds that of the rock bit, and environmental advantages the loud noise and dust produced by rotary and percussion drills do not exist at a subterrene site. On the other hand, the cost of subterrene operations is a definite limitation it is very high compared with that of conventional drilling. An analysis of military drilling requirements reveals that additional serious limitations arise when the subterrene is considered for military applications. It is concluded that, in its present configuration and even with its projected capabilities, the subterrene does not meet a significant number of the drilling requirements of the Army.

Author(s):
Webster, Lynn C.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY ENGINEER WATERWAYS EXPERIMENT STATION LIVERMORE CALIF EXPLOSIVE EXCAVATION RESEARCH LAB
Descriptive Note:
Final rept.,
Pagination:
0027

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
EERL-MP-E-74-5
Task Number(s):
4A162121B85905
Project Number(s):
DA-4-A-162121-B-859
 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):
*MELTING, *ARMY OPERATIONS, *ROCK DRILLING, EXPLOSIVES, FEASIBILITY STUDIES, EMPLACEMENT, DRILLING MACHINES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
*Subterrene
Report Date:
1974 Oct 01