High Performance Modeling of Novel Diagnostics Configuration

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Abstract

A novel diagnostics method to measure the Hayes Electric Effect was tested and verified against computerized models. Where standard PVDF diagnostics utilize piezoelectric materials to measure detonation pressure through strain-induced electrical signals, the PVDF was used in a novel technique by also detecting the detonation’s induced electric field. The ALE-3D Hydro Codes predicted the performance by calculating detonation velocities, pressures, and arrival times. These theoretical results then validated the experimental use of the PVDF repurposed to specifically track the Hayes Electric Effect.

*Los Alamos National Laboratories Q-6

Authors

  • Dalton Smith

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory
    • Primary Author and Co-lead

  • John Gibson

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory
    • Supporting Author

  • Rylie Lodes

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory
    • Supporting Author

  • Hayden Malcolm

    • Supporting Author

  • Teagan Nakamoto

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory
    • Supporting Author
    • Brigham Young Univ - Provo

  • Kristina Parrack

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory
    • Supporting Author and Team Lead

  • Christopher Trujillo

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory
    • Supporting Author
    • Los Alamos National Laboratory \& New Mexico State University

  • Zak Wilde

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory
    • Supporting Author