Abstract
The fracture behavior and mechanisms of metal cylindrical shells subjected to internal explosive loading have always been key issues in weapon development and structural protection. This review examines prominent studies from the past five years, highlighting two key issues of explosively driven cylindrical shells: fracture mechanisms and fragmentation characteristics. The experimental and numerical simulation techniques are summarized, with an emphasis on the application and development of established numerical methods. The strengths and limitations of these methods are analyzed. Finally, this review highlights the limitations of current research and offers recommendations for future investigations.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Defence Technology |
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| Publication status | Accepted/In press - 2025 |
Keywords
- Dynamic fracture
- Experimental technique
- Fracture mechanism
- Fragment distribution
- Metal cylindrical shell
- Numerical simulation