63321 2025 eng lecture 0 -- -- -- This study investigates the effects of shock waves on soft tissue simulants, focusing on organic gelatin and a synthetic gel. Although extensive research has focused on the mechanical properties of soft tissue simulants, their behavior under shock wave conditions, such as those caused by blasts, is less understood. As explosives are increasingly used in modern combat scenarios, it is essential to study how shock waves interact with soft tissue. This knowledge is crucial for improving protective equipment and evaluating blast effects on the human body. A two-phase methodology was applied: First, organic gelatin production and synthetic gel composition were analyzed, identifying uncertainties and measuring sound speeds at varying temperatures to align with human tissue properties. Second, simulants were subjected to free-field shock waves, and embedded pressure sensors captured wave propagation, peak overpressures, and propagation velocity. Findings provide comparative insights into shock wave responses of simulants, offering a foundation for future experimental setups. 34th International Symposium on Ballistics Jacksonville, FL, USA 19.05.2025 23.05.2025 0 publish false true Henrik Seeber eng uncontrolled Shock wave generator eng uncontrolled Blast injury deu uncontrolled Primäre Explosionswirkung deu uncontrolled Druckwelle Ingenieurwissenschaften und zugeordnete Tätigkeiten 2 Prozess- und Anlagensicherheit 2.1 Sicherheit von Energieträgern Infrastruktur Security Datei im Netzwerk der BAM verfügbar ("Closed Access") Präsentation