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Title:
Safety Section - "ASWT"
Author(s):
Document Type:
REPORT
Publication Date:
1960 Apr 20
Declassification Date:
1996 Jun 04
Declassification Status:
Declassified
Document Pages:
18 p.
Accession Number:
OOL20100214
Document Number(s):
UCRL-ID-124691
Originating Research Org.:
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA (United States)
OpenNet Entry Date:
2019 Aug 20
OpenNet Modified Date:
2023 Oct 17
Description/Abstract:
The Advanced System for Weapon Test (ASWT) is a proposed program to provide the capability for nuclear weapon testing in outer space. The purpose of this Safety Study is to identify and consider the significant physical hazards associated with the proposed tests, to describe the protective measures or safety features incorporated in the system proposal and to indicate, if need be, measures or devices which could be included to provide additional safety. The ASWT program is, by its nature, a possible source of danger to life and property. Obviously not all of the hazards can be eliminated. However, technical devices and precautionary measures will be integrated into the system in order to provide maximum safety consistent with test objectives.