The Depth of Penetration calculator estimates the depth of penetration of a projectile based on the projectile diameter and density and the density of the target rocks.
INSTRUCTIONS: Choose units and enter the following:
Depth of Penetration (D): The estimated depth is returns in meters. However, these can be automatically converted to compatible units via the pull-down menu.
This Depth of Penetration calculates the depth made by a projectile.
The formula for the depth of penetration of a projectile used in this calculator is:
D = d*(pp/pt)(1/2)
where: