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H. A. Sandmeier, S. A. Dupree, G. E. Hansen
Nuclear Science and Engineering | Volume 48 | Number 3 | July 1972 | Pages 343-352
Technical Paper | doi.org/10.13182/NSE72-A22492
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The time-dependent escape of neutrons and gamma rays from a nuclear explosion is of interest in Plowshare and nuclear weapons effects investigations, particularly with regard to generation of the electromagnetic pulse (EMP). In the present paper the neutron and gamma-ray leakage rates, spectra, and useful yield-related integral quantities are calculated for the 24kt S-device. EMP parameters and fields at 500 m from the explosion of the S-device on the ground are presented and discussed.