Thermal Radiation from Nuclear Explosions

Harold L. Brode

Expert InsightsPublished 1963

A description of nuclear explosion phenomena A description of nuclear explosion phenomena determining the amount and character of thermal radiation, presented together with the effects of atmospheric transmission and altitude of burst. The paper outlines factors governing the response of materials to thermal radiation, and discusses the nature and extent of large scale fires from nuclear explosions.

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  • Copyright: RAND Corporation
  • Availability: Web Only
  • Year: 1963
  • Pages: 22
  • Document Number: P-2745

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Brode, Harold L., Thermal Radiation from Nuclear Explosions. Santa Monica, CA: RAND Corporation, 1963. https://www.rand.org/pubs/papers/P2745.html.
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