Physics of Explosion

Physics of Explosion
516-0204/01
čeština

Summary

In the introduction of this subject student repeats the physical-mechanical
properties of rocks. The most important parts are theory of wave propagation,
disintegration of rocks by pressure and shock waves and disintegration of
rocks by explosion. The final part is devoted to application of obtained
information to ground, underground and destructive works together with side
effects of explosion.

Literature

1. Taylor, J.: Detonation in Condensed Explosives, Oxford, 1992
2. Johanson, C. H., Persson, P. A.: Detonics of High Explosives. Academie
Press, London - New York, 1990

Advised literature

No advised literature has been specified for this subject.

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Language of instruction	čeština
Code	516-0204
Abbreviation	FV
Course title	Physics of Explosion
Coordinating department	Institute of Physics
Course coordinator	doc. RNDr. Alois Fojtek, CSc.