Could a dome survive an explosion?

Test dome

The Ecoshell that served as the test for the explosives test. (South Industries)

First charge

The first charge tested: 2 sticks of dynamite and the force of 1 pound of high explosive. (South Industries)

Second charge

The second charge tested: 5 sticks of dynamite and the force of 2.5 pounds of high explosives. (South Industries)

Third charge

The third and final charge tested: 8 sticks of dynamite and the force of 4 pounds of high explosives. (South Industries)

Damage done to dome

The damage that was done by the third charge. (South Industries)

Close-up of damage

A close-up of the hole created by the third charge. (South Industries)

Military dome project

A profile sheet by South Industries of the military dome project. (South Industries)

More pictures of the military dome project.

More pictures of the military dome project. (South Industries)