Date Available
2-10-2016
Year of Publication
2016
Degree Name
Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE)
Document Type
Master's Thesis
College
Engineering
Department/School/Program
Civil Engineering
First Advisor
Dr. L. Sebastian Bryson
Abstract
Underwater explosions pose a significant threat to waterborne infrastructure though destructive pressure waves that can travel significant distances through the water. However, the use of bubble screens can attenuate the peak pressure and energy flux created by explosions to safe levels. This study investigates the prediction of pressure wave characteristics based on accumulated data, the damage potential of underwater explosions based on applied loads and effective material strength, and the bubble screen parameters required to prevent damage. The results were compiled to form a procedure for the design and implementation of a bubble screen the protection of waterborne infrastructure.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
http://dx.doi.org/10.13023/ETD.2016.023
Recommended Citation
Smith, Paul R., "Underwater Explosion Energy Dissipation Near Waterborne Infrastructure" (2016). Theses and Dissertations--Civil Engineering. 35.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/ce_etds/35
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