Daisy Cutter Bomb Blast Radius Calculator

Daisy Cutter Blast Radius:

\[ r = 0.09 \text{ to } 0.27 \text{ km (Known radius for Daisy Cutter bomb)} \]

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1. What is the Daisy Cutter Bomb?

The BLU-82B/C-130 weapon, nicknamed "Daisy Cutter", was a 15,000-pound conventional bomb used by the United States. It had a known blast radius between 0.09 to 0.27 kilometers, creating massive overpressure and clearing large areas.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formulas:

\[ \text{Area} = \pi \times r^2 \] \[ \text{Diameter} = 2 \times r \]

Where:

\( r \) — Blast radius (0.09 to 0.27 km)
\( \pi \) — Approximately 3.1416

Explanation: The calculator computes the circular area affected by the blast and its diameter based on the input radius.

3. Importance of Blast Radius Calculation

Details: Understanding blast radius helps in assessing potential damage, safety zones, and military strategy planning.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter blast radius between 0.09 and 0.27 km (the known effective range of the Daisy Cutter bomb).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What was the primary use of the Daisy Cutter?
A: It was primarily used to clear landing zones in Vietnam and for psychological impact in Afghanistan.

Q2: How does the blast radius compare to other bombs?
A: The Daisy Cutter had one of the largest conventional blast radii before MOAB was developed.

Q3: What was the yield equivalent in TNT?
A: Approximately equivalent to 5-6 tons of TNT.

Q4: Is the Daisy Cutter still in use?
A: It was retired in 2008, replaced by the MOAB (Massive Ordnance Air Blast).

Q5: Why was it called "Daisy Cutter"?
A: The name came from its ability to flatten vegetation over large areas, similar to cutting daisies.