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Diamond Dust Nuclear Test Certificate 1970

Charles B. Floyd

Operation Mandrel (Vela Uniform)
DIAMOND DUST
May 12, 1970
Nevada Test Site
<20 kilotons

DIAMOND DUST was a test of use of a heat sink to absorb
the energy of a nuclear explosion in a cavity. Graphite powder was placed around the explosive source, and measurements were made to determine the effectiveness of the heat-sink concept. DIAMOND DUST was conservatively planned, with a cavity probably larger than necessary.

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Taken on May 12, 1970

Diamond Dust Nuclear Test Certificate 1970

Charles B. Floyd

Operation Mandrel (Vela Uniform)
DIAMOND DUST
May 12, 1970
Nevada Test Site
<20 kilotons

DIAMOND DUST was a test of use of a heat sink to absorb
the energy of a nuclear explosion in a cavity. Graphite powder was placed around the explosive source, and measurements were made to determine the effectiveness of the heat-sink concept. DIAMOND DUST was conservatively planned, with a cavity probably larger than necessary.