A novel technique for performing symmetric Taylor impact

A novel spring tensioned wire cradle arrangement has been developed to hold the target rod lightly but firmly in place when performing rod-on-rod (symmetric Taylor) impact in a vacuum. In addition, a soft capture system has been designed and used to decelerate both rods while reducing the chance of...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Walley S.M., Taylor N.E., Williamson D.M., Jardine A.P.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2015-01-01
Series:EPJ Web of Conferences
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/20159401029