Effects of the explosion-generated plasma on the ammunition shell

Abstract. Inspired by the work of our dear colleagues from the University of Pardubice and OZM Research, Jirman, Kucera, Selesovsky and Pachman, presented in the 26th NTREM, our goal was to test whether the explosion-generated plasma (EGP) can penetrate the artillery shell. If proven so, this can be practically implemented in the in situ explosive ordnance disposal. This paper presents the research of the EGP effect on 82 mm mortar shell and 100 mm shaped charge artillery shell. The tests were also conducted on thin steel plate and brass cartridge casing retrieved from the 76 mm artillery round. Used leading tube was made from plastic in cylindrical form and from metal in the conical shape.