Global Impact Statistics Nuclear Blast Simulator - Calculate Nuclear Bomb Effects on Any City
Nuclear Blast
Simulator
Educational tool showing nuclear weapon impact on any city. Compare historical bombs from Little Boy to Tsar Bomba. Visualize damage zones with our nuclear bomb map to understand why peace matters.
Nuclear Bomb Map & Blast Radius Calculator
Watch our nuclear blast simulator in action - visualize explosion effects on any location worldwide
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Launch SimulatorUnderstanding Blast Effects
Five distinct damage zones calculated using peer-reviewed scientific models
Fireball Zone
Complete vaporization. Temperatures exceed 100 million °C. Everything instantly vaporized.
Heavy Blast Damage
Most buildings collapse. Concrete structures heavily damaged. Total infrastructure destruction.
Moderate Damage
Residential buildings damaged. Walls crack, roofs cave in. Most vehicles damaged.
Light Damage
Windows shatter causing injuries. Light frame buildings damaged.
Thermal Radiation
Third-degree burns to exposed skin. Fire storms likely. Thermal shock damage.
Detonation Types
Air Burst: Maximizes blast damage area
Surface Burst: Creates significant radioactive fallout
How It's Calculated
Our nuclear bomb simulator uses peer-reviewed formulas from authoritative sources to calculate nuclear blast effects accurately
Primary Sources
- 1. "The Effects of Nuclear Weapons" by Glasstone & Dolan (1977, 3rd Ed.)U.S. Department of Defense/Energy official publication
- 2. "Nuclear Weapons FAQ" by Carey SubletteComprehensive technical archive
Scaling Laws
Fireball Radius
R ∝ Y^0.4 From Glasstone & Dolan: R ≈ 100W^0.4 (in feet)
Blast Radius
R ∝ Y^0.33 Cube root law - pressure scales with volume
Thermal Radiation
R ∝ Y^0.41 Modified square root law due to atmospheric absorption
Overpressure Damage Thresholds
Detonation Type Effects
Air Burst
- • Maximizes blast damage area
- • Optimum height ~1.5x fireball radius
- • Less local but potentially more global radioactive fallout
Surface Burst
- • Blast radii reduced by 15-20%
- • Thermal effects reduced by ~30%
- • Creates significant local radioactive fallout
Calculations Demo
Watch yield affect blast radius
These formulas provide educational approximations. Actual effects vary with height of burst, weather conditions, terrain, and atmospheric conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about nuclear blast radius and weapon effects
How far does a nuclear blast reach?
The blast radius depends on the weapon's yield. A 1 megaton bomb creates severe damage within 4 miles, moderate damage to 10 miles, and can cause burns up to 20 miles away. Use our simulator to see specific ranges for different weapons.
What would happen if a nuclear bomb hit my city?
Use our nuclear blast simulator to visualize the effects on any city worldwide. See damage zones, casualty estimates, and understand the different blast effects from overpressure to thermal radiation.
How big is the Hiroshima bomb blast radius?
The Hiroshima bomb (15 kilotons) created total destruction within 1 mile, severe damage to 2 miles, and caused burns up to 3 miles from ground zero. Modern weapons are 50-3,000 times more powerful.
What's the difference between air burst and surface burst?
Air burst detonations maximize blast damage over a wider area, while surface bursts create more radioactive fallout but less blast damage. Most military planners use air bursts for maximum destruction.
How accurate is this nuclear blast simulator?
Our calculations are based on peer-reviewed formulas from "The Effects of Nuclear Weapons" by Glasstone & Dolan. While simplified for educational purposes, they provide scientifically accurate approximations of blast effects.
Nuclear Blast Radius Map by City
Calculate nuclear bomb effects on major cities worldwide with our interactive blast radius maps. Visualize damage zones, overpressure rings, and thermal radiation coverage.
Global Cities Database
Pre-configured coordinates for major population centers worldwide. You can also search for any address or location.
Weapons Arsenal
From conventional explosives to city-destroying thermonuclear weapons. Each with accurate yield data.
Conventional Explosives
Historically Significant
Works Everywhere
Optimized for all devices and screen sizes
Desktop Experience
Full-featured interface with comprehensive controls and detailed information panels
Mobile Optimized
Responsive design works perfectly on phones and tablets
Advanced Atomic Bomb Simulator Features
Everything you need to understand nuclear explosion effects - from blast radius calculations to damage visualization
Global Visualization
Drop a nuclear weapon anywhere on Earth. Select from major cities or search for any address to see the blast effects.
28 Weapons Database
From Little Boy to Tsar Bomba. Compare conventional explosives, tactical nukes, and city-destroying thermonuclear weapons.
Scientific Accuracy
Based on peer-reviewed scientific models and publicly available data to provide realistic blast radius and damage calculations.
Multiple Damage Zones
Visualize different effects zones including fireball, heavy blast damage, thermal radiation, and radioactive fallout patterns.
Detailed Information
Click any damage zone for detailed effects. View casualty estimates, building damage, and radiation exposure levels.
Real-Time Calculations
Instantly see how different yields and detonation types affect blast radius and damage zones with interactive controls.
Learn the Science & History
Comprehensive resources to understand nuclear weapons from scientific principles to historical events
Nuclear Terms Glossary
Understand the science and technology behind nuclear weapons with our comprehensive glossary.
Historical Articles
Dive deep into the history of nuclear weapons through documented events and human stories.
Try Our Nuclear Explosion Simulator
Launch the nuclear bomb simulator to visualize blast effects on any location. Calculate damage zones, thermal radiation, and understand nuclear weapon impacts.