Low-frequency approximation and the choice of optimal elastic parameters for two-layer blast protection jackets

Authors

  • J.H. Kang

Keywords:

взрывная волна
распространение волн
многослойные стркутуры
защитная одежда

Abstract

Low-frequency approximation of elastic wave transmittance for two-layer structures is proposed. An accuracy of the approximation in a range up to several kilohertz is studied. Based on this approximation, the problem of the optimal elastic parameter choice for two-layer blast protection jackets is considered.


Published

2006-01-13

Issue

Section

Section 1. Numerical methods and applications

Author Biography

J.H. Kang

Dominca, Inc.
12111 Ranchitos Rd, NE, Albuquerque, NM, USA


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