Multi-Caliber Fragmentation Facility

  • A complete, modular test facility for characterizing the fragmentation of various warheads and munitions. Used to measure lethality and performance, and to determine safety danger zones.
  • Arena fragmentation tests primarily for assessing detonating munitions
  • Measurements include fragment mass, velocity, and distribution
  • Velocity measurement by photographic and electronic means
  • Basic fragmentation data obtained by methods described in ITOP 4-2-813
  • Lethal areas calculated by means of computer simulation

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Firepower Directorate, 410-278-2927, email atcfd@atc.army.mil

Facilities/Capabilities Guide