An explosively formed penetrator (EFP), also known as an explosively formed projectile, a self-forging warhead, or a self-forging fragment, is a special type of shaped charge designed to …

In this paper, the methodology for calculating the EFP peak velocity and shape is described. The calculated results are compared to measurements from Hertel. Finally, possible sources for …

In recent years, Allies have enhanced NATO’s forward presence by establishing multinational battlegroups in Bulgaria, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania and Slovakia. …

Jun 12, 2017 · Explosively Forged Penetrator (EFP) Warhead. Wide angle cones and other liner shapes such as plates or dishes do not jet, but give instead an explosively formed projectile or …

Jun 1, 2014 · Explosively formed penetrators (EFPs) have been used in a number of munition systems to defeat armor, masonry and concrete targets. EFPs are launched from considerable …

Jun 12, 2017 · Explosively Forged Penetrator (EFP) Warhead A shaped charge is a concave metal hemisphere or cone (known as a liner) backed by a high explosive, all in a steel or …

Jan 1, 2011 · An important sub-type of SCs are Explosively Formed Projectile’s (EFP) which utilize a saucer liner configuration to create a slower but more stable projectile.

Jun 29, 2021 · Explosively formed projectiles (EFPs) are widely used in civil applications and the military field for their excellent impact performance. How to give full play to the energy …

Explosively formed projectile (EFP) is a self-forging shape charged structure having very high penetration ability compared to conventional kinetic energy projectile.

Jan 6, 2024 · Understanding Explosively Formed Projectiles. A military EFP, or Explosively Formed Projectile, is a type of improvised explosive device (IED) or specialized munition that …