Explosion Yield Calculator

Formula

The formula for calculating the explosion yield is:

\[ Y = M \times E \]

Where:

\( Y \) is the explosion yield (megajoules)
\( M \) is the mass of the explosive material (kilograms)
\( E \) is the energy per unit mass (megajoules per kilogram)

What is Explosion Yield?

Explosion yield is a measure of the energy released when an explosive material detonates. It is typically expressed in terms of megajoules or equivalent tons of TNT. The yield is an important factor in assessing the potential damage and impact of an explosion, and it is used in various fields such as mining, demolition, and military applications.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Mass of Explosive Material (M) = 10 kg
Energy per Unit Mass (E) = 4 MJ/kg

Using the formula to calculate the explosion yield:

\[ Y = 10 \times 4 = 40 \text{ MJ} \]

The explosion yield is 40 MJ.