Explosive Loading of Engineering Structures: A History of Research and a Review of Recent Developments

Bulson, P.S. (Author)

ISBN 10: 041916930X / ISBN 13: 9780419169307

Published by Spon Pr, 1997

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1st edition. 272 pages. 9.75x6.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Explosive Loading of Engineering Structures: A History of Research and a Review of Recent Developments
• Publisher: Spon Pr
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 041916930X
• ISBN 13: 9780419169307
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.54 kilograms

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Synopsis

This book reviews the development of research into the explosive loading of structures, mainly since the beginning of the twentieth century. Major contributions in the fields of measurement, analysis and prediction are discussed. Dynamic loading from conventional high explosives is examined, as well as the effects of liquid propellant, dust, gas, vapour, and fuel/air explosions. Subjects include blast in tunnels, underground and underwater explosions, pressure measurement and blast stimulation. Explosive effects on civil buildings, civil bridges, aircraft and ships are summarized, including the estimation of residual strength. The concluding passages refer to structural safety and reliability.

About the Author

P.S. Bulson was Visiting professor University of Southampton, England, since 1983. Convenor project team on Eurocode for Structural Aluminum, Brussels, 1994-1997.