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Computer modeling of electrical performance of detonators

Conference ·
OSTI ID:82444
 [1]; ; ;  [2]
  1. Sandia National Labs., Livermore, CA (United States)
  2. Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (United States)

An empirical model of detonator electrical performance which describes the resistance of the exploding bridgewire (EBW) or exploding foil initiator (EFI or slapper) as a function of energy, deposition will be described. This model features many parameters that can be adjusted to obtain a close fit to experimental data. This has been demonstrated using recent experimental data taken with the cable discharge system located at Sandia National Laboratories. This paper will be a continuation of the paper entitled ``Cable Discharge System for Fundamental Detonator Studies`` presented at the 2nd NASA/DOD/DOE Pyrotechnic Workshop.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
82444
Report Number(s):
SAND--94-2814C; CONF-950720--6; ON: DE95011878
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English