Toward a More Generalized Ballistic Limit Equation for Multi-Shock Shields
Abstract
In This Paper We Develop a Single Ballistic Limit Equation for Multi-Shock Shields that is Applicable to Materials Other Than Those Used in its Original Development, that is Applicable to Impact Scenarios at Impact Velocities Beyond the Testable Regime and Includes an Improved Projectile Density Term. the Predictions of This Ballistic Limit Equation Regarding Whether or Not a Particular Multi-Shock Shield Would Be Perforated by a Specific Impact Was Found to Compare Favorably with Both Test Results and the Results of Numerical Simulation Predictions. in the End, the Ballistic Limit Equation Developed Herein is Seen to Be Not Only More Applicable to a Wider Class of Spacecraft Designs, But Also Can Be Used for Trade Studies that Are Typically Performed to Select and Optimize Multi-Shock Shielding Designs for Future Spacecraft.
Recommended Citation
W. P. Schonberg and M. D. Squire, "Toward a More Generalized Ballistic Limit Equation for Multi-Shock Shields," Acta Astronautica, vol. 213, pp. 307 - 319, Elsevier, Dec 2023.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actaastro.2023.09.006
Department(s)
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
Ballistic limit equation; Hypervelocity impact; Multi-shock shield; Orbital debris
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0094-5765
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2023 Elsevier, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Dec 2023
Comments
National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Grant None