SPLIT-X
SPLIT-X is an expert system for the design and assessment of fragmenting warheads. Natural or controlled fragmentation of an explosive filled casing can be studied with SPLIT-X. In contrast to complex finite element codes, SPLIT-X is based on analytical procedures and engineering approximations which are calibrated by experimental results. Therefore, the tool requires relatively little computing time and provides the results within a few seconds.
SPLIT-X can be used for various applications in defense engineering:
- Generation of a reliable warhead design
- Calculation of input data for vulnerability models
- Design of structural elements to protect vehicles or buildings
SPLIT-X contains several unique algorithms like
- 3d Gurney-Method for the calculation of fragment velocities
- Models of multiple and/or asymmetric initiation
- Mass and shape models of natural fragments
- Optimization based on setting boundary conditions and defining performance requirements
The current version of SPLIT-X is 5.4.3. The release notes can be reviewed here.