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Article: "Excalibur" applying unique decision support tool to explosives selection: Quality Function Deployment (QFD)--a step-by-step approach.(Operational Test & Evaluation)
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- May 1, 2003
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Since the invention of the cannon, the explosive fills used to drive lethal mechanisms have been the subject of ever increasing interest and study. Traditionally, munitions designers have used such explosives as Comp-B, TNT, or LX-14, depending upon the particular application. While these munitions passed various safety and rough handling tests in order to be certified for fielding, they may still experience a severe adverse reaction if caught in a fire or hit by bullets, fragments, or other battlefield threats. Indeed, many well-documented accidents/incidents happen over the years involving explosive ordnance.
In an effort to improve munitions survivability and ...