History of Shock Waves, Explosions and Impact: A Chronological and Biographical Reference

History of Shock Waves, Explosions and Impact: A Chronological and Biographical Reference
ISBN-10
3540304215
ISBN-13
9783540304210
Category
Science
Pages
1288
Language
English
Published
2008-09-24
Publisher
Springer Science & Business Media
Author
Peter O. K. Krehl

Description

This unique and encyclopedic reference work describes the evolution of the physics of modern shock wave and detonation from the earlier and classical percussion. The history of this complex process is first reviewed in a general survey. Subsequently, the subject is treated in more detail and the book is richly illustrated in the form of a picture gallery. This book is ideal for everyone professionally interested in shock wave phenomena.

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