The electromagnetic radiation from a nuclear explosion caused by Compton-recoil electrons and photoelectrons from photons scattered in the materials of the nuclear device or in a surrounding medium. The resulting electric and magnetic fields may couple with electrical/electronic systems to produce damaging current and voltage surges. May also be caused by nonnuclear means. (Joint Pub 1-02)
(EMP) A burst of electromagnetic energy produced by a nuclear explosion in the atmosphere, considered to be capable of widespread damage to power lines, telecommunications and electronic equipment.
a nonuniform electric field resulting from a nuclear explosion, causing the emission of energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation. EW-- electronic warfare FDC-- fire direction center FEBA-- forward edge of the battle area FLOT-- forward line of troops FOMET-- fallout meteorological message FSE-- fire support element FSOP-- field standing operating procedures GN-- grid north. GMT-- Greenwich mean time GRR-- ground radiological recon GZ-- ground zero
A sharp pulse of radio-frequency (long wavelength) radiation produced when an explosion occurs in an asymmetrical environment, especially at or near the earth's surface or at high altitudes. The intense electric and magnetic fields can damage unprotected electrical and electronic equipment over a large area. It is now thought that a single high-altitude blast over the U. S. could seriously disrupt the nation's communications system, and perhaps shut down the entire power grid. At present, however, there is no known way of providing complete protection against the effect. See; Electron.
a shockwave that emits very short (hundreds of nanoseconds) but intense waves which increase as they expand out
a very short, intense burst of electromagnetic energy that is produced by the explosion of a nuclear weapon in space
A large impulsive-type electromagnetic wave generated by nuclear or chemical explosions.
The electromagnetic radiation from a strong electronic pulse, most commonly caused by a nuclear explosion that may couple with electrical or electronic systems to produce damaging current and voltage surges.
Broadband, high-intensity, transient electromagnetic fields such as those produced by lightning and nuclear explosions.
A pulsation of very strong electrically based radiation created by a unique set of occurrences. Tests and studies prove that nuclear explosions generate significant electromagnetic pulses, with radiation powerful enough to disable communication devices.
a by-product of a nuclear explosion; a brief but intense burst of electromagnetic energy that can disrupt and destroy integrated circuits and related components