Velocity of Detonation, Rock P-Wave Velocity, and Crater Effect in Blasting
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10001134Keywords:
blasting, explosives, mining, VOD, p-wave, Huygens principle, crater effectAbstract
This article examines the relationship between the velocity of detonation (VOD) of explosives and the p-wave velocity of rocks. The correlation between these two parameters plays a significant role in the utilization of explosive energy in rock blasting. While there's a general consensus that matching the VOD with the p-wave velocity can lead to favorable blasting results, differences between these velocities are not uncommon in practical applications. Using Huygens' principle as a foundation, the article explores how these differences affect crater formation in rock blasting.
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