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STUDIES IN ATOMIC DEFENSE ENGINEERING

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:4632714

Engineering irformation is summarized for shelters to protect against the effects of nuclear explosions. Group, family, and emergency-type shelters are considered. structural materials, shielding requirements, ventilation equipment, electrical equipment, water supplies, the protective effects of conventional structures and various shelter designs, blast protection, fire protection, fallout protection, and the psychological effects of shelter occupation are discussed. Protection against chemical and biological warfare agents is also discussed briefly. (C.H.)

Research Organization:
Bureau of Yards and Docks
NSA Number:
NSA-17-039290
OSTI ID:
4632714
Report Number(s):
NAVDOCKS-P-290(1962)
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English