Plate impact method for shock physics testing

Abstract

This review article provides an understanding of the basic methods of performing plate impact experiments, as well as some modern innovations to the testing methods.Experimentalists today are able to study materials' responses to shock loading with high precision and accuracy using a variety of plate propulsion methods, environments, and specimen orientations.The advancements have aided the development of material technology that resists shock loading for use in applications where these properties are critical to structural integrity and human safety.

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