Chapter 5
CONCLUSIONS and RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1
CONCLUSIONS
The data obtained from these shots have increased the reliability of crater prediction
for saturated soil types and washed craters. In addition, information has been obtained
on an unwashed crater.
Underground shots are needed in order to extend the curves, or if the curves are ex-
trapolated by soil factor to include underground bursts, they should be used with due
caution.
There is no justification for modification of crater prediction curves in TM 23-200 for
air and surface bursts in the regions of military significance.
§.2
RECOMMENDATIONS
Curves constructed in Figure 4.1 and 4.2 should be incorporated in the weapon-effect
literature.
Future crater-producing bursts at the EPG should be closely monitored for cratering
effects. .
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