MIL-HDBK-297, MILITARY HANDBOOK: INTRODUCTION TO WEAPON EFFECTS FOR SHIPS (28 DEC 1987)., This handbook has been prepared to provide a tutorial on the basic concepts of explosion phenomena and damage effects from nuclear and non-nuclear weapons. It is recommended reading for engineers desiring an introduction to these subjects as they relate to the vulnerability or survivability of ships and mission essential weapons systems, and to passive protection design.