The effects of blast induced imperfections on the energy absorption characteristics of square tubes

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2006

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University of Cape Town

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This investigation examines how blast-induced imperfections at opposite sides of a square tube affect the thin-wall structure and reduce its crush load when compressed in the axial direction i.e. its energy absorption characteristics.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 305-320).

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