Abstract
The design and construction of a hypersonic waterjet apparatus is described. Jet velocities from 0.5 to 5 km/s have been achieved using a high explosive charge. Images are obtained in situ on various target substrates using a high-speed framing camera. Experimental results are shown for the impact of high velocity waterjets on propellants and high explosive samples. By observing the impact of the waterjet at a wide range of velocities a safety threshold can be determined where no reaction takes place.
Recommended Citation
B. L. Weeks et al., "Design of a Hypersonic Waterjet Apparatus Driven by High Explosives," Review of Scientific Instruments, vol. 72, no. 8, pp. 3482 - 3484, American Institute of Physics (AIP), Aug 2001.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1063/1.1388212
Department(s)
Mining Engineering
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0034-6748
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Final Version
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2001 American Institute of Physics (AIP), All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Aug 2001
