Two-Dimensional Modeling of Explosion Impulses on a Structure Using the Discrete Element Method
Explosive phenomena pose significant threats to structural integrity, necessitating accurate prediction models for designing resilient infrastructure. Traditional computational approaches like CFD and FEM, while detailed, require substantial computational resources and specialized expertise. This study presents an alternative approach using the Discrete Element Method (DEM) implemented through the Pymunk physics engine for 2D explosion modeling. The developed method models explosions as radially distributed particles with initial impulses, simulating shock wave propa