Construction and characterization of a single stage dual diaphragm gas gun

<p> In the interest of studying the propagation of shock waves, this work sets out to design, construct, and characterize a pneumatic accelerator that performs high-velocity flyer plate impact tests. A single stage gas gun with a dual diaphragm breach allows for a non-volatile, reliable experi...

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Main Author: Helminiak, Nathaniel Steven
Language:EN
Published: Marquette University 2017
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Online Access:http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=10641398