Wilson Cloud Formation by Low Altitude Nuclear Explosions,

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Abstract:

A model of Wilson Cloud formation following a low-altitude nuclear detonation is developed. It is shown that for detonation yields between 0.001 kt and 100 kt, simple scaling laws characterize the evolution and physical properties of the Wilson Cloud. Author

Author(s):
Waltz, R. E.
Author Organization(s):
VISIDYNE INC BURLINGTON MASS
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA041041
Pagination:
0020

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
VI-292, Scientific-8
Contract/Grant Number(s):
F19628-C-74-0207
Monitor Series:
TR-77-0016
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_6.3.3_Spectrum Management; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_6.3_Net Management; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation
Communities of Interest:
Energy and Power Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*NUCLEAR EXPLOSIONS, *CLOUDS, AEROSOLS, GROWTH(GENERAL), SHOCK WAVES, AIRBURST, NUCLEATION, DROPS, PRESSURE, SUPERSATURATION, HYDRODYNAMICS, CLOUD PHYSICS, HUMIDITY, LOW ALTITUDE
Field(s)/Group(s):
Meteorology
Keyword(s):
*Wilson Cloud
Report Date:
1975 Feb 01