Shape Charge Attack Flashcards
1
Q
what is a shape charge attack
A
a shape charge is a prepared explosive charge in block or cylindrical form with one face formed cone lined with a metal to utilise the “munroe effect”
2
Q
what are some purposes of shaped charges?
A
cut and form metal
initiate nuclear weapons
penetrate armour
3
Q
how does the jet penetrate
A
it does not melt through, the metal slug uses kinetic energy
4
Q
what are the two design considerations?
A
penetration
lethality
5
Q
lethality/damage is caused by?
A
the jet
spalling effect
blast, heat and flash on crew
6
Q
what are the factors effe ting shape charge performance?
A
cone diameter charge symmetry spin standoff shape of liner detonation wave shape and velocity explosive amount liner material and thickness
7
Q
what was neumanns advancement to shaped charges?
A
he added the liner in the 1930’s which allowed greater penetration
