Numerical Simulation of a Circumferential Cutting Warhead about Anti-Light Armor

In order to improve the block area and damage probability to targets, a new type warhead of circumferential cutter is presented. The optimization simulation is designed for the circumferential cutter warhead by using LS-DYNA finite element software. The detonation mode and the liner curvature radius are two important factors, which influence the formation process of circumferential cutting warhead. The result shows that priority should be given to use the upper and lower ends at the same time blasting technique. The shaped charge liner curvature radius and shot elevation ratio should be controlled in between 0.9 and 1.1.The warhead can be envisaged to achieve the desire of circumferential cutting.