A discussion of dynamic crack propagation in bent plates
By: [by] R.E. Ball
Contributors: Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School
Published: 1974
Place of publication: Monterey, Calif
Language: eng
Subjects: Fracture mechanics; Plates (Engineering)
Description: A major goal of the hydraulic ram technology program for aircraft fuel tanks is the development of analytical - numerical tools for the accurate prediction of damage to the tank due to a ballistic projectile. This report discusses the problem of cracking of the tank walls due to hydraulic ram pressures from the penetrating projectile. A bibliography of studies on dynamic crack propagation in transversely deflected thin plates is presented. (Author)
Notes: Title from cover.

"Prepared for: "Naval Weapons Center, China Lake, California 93555--Cover.

"April 1974"--Cover.

"NPS-57Bp74041"--Cover.

"Interim report for period 1 July 1973 - 30 June 1974."

Includes bibliographical references (p. 4-6).

"Approved for public release; distribution unlimited"--Cover.

Technical report; 1974.