Terradynamics

Explains that the Earth penetration program at Sandia Laboratories is concerned with determining the nature and composition of sub-surface soil using earth-penetrating, ballistic vehicles. Shows early experimentation, the evolution of the program, the delivery techniques and design of several penetration vehicles, plus a typical recovery operation and post-recovery analysis. Discusses the unique soil-motion studies conducted by the Terradynamics Division of Sandia.

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