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Abstract. In recent years, explosive devices have become the weapon of
choice for the majority of terrorist attacks. Such factors as
the accessibility of information on the construction of bomb devices,
relative ease of manufacturing, mobility and portability, coupled with significant
property damage and injuries, are responsible for significant increase in
bomb attacks all over the world. In most cases, structural
damage and glass hazard have been major contributors to death
and injury for the targeted buildings. Following the events of
September 11, 2001, the so-called "icon buildings" are perceived to
be attractive targets for possible terrorist attacks. Research into methods
for protecting buildings against such bomb attacks is required. Several
analysis methods available to predict the loads from a high-explosive
blast on buildings are examined. Analytical and numerical techniques are
presented and the results obtained by different methods are compared.
A number of examples are given.
Related topics:
assymetric warfare, homeland security, terrorism, firepower and protection
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