Blast Performance Quantification and Optimization The duration of most blasts is so short that the eye cannot detect the details of the rock fragmentation process. Without understanding the performance of the explosives and the dynamics of the rock's response to the detonation process, blast optimization can be an expensive, trial & error process. Blast Dynamics, Inc. specializes in explosive and blast performance evaluation with the use of: design application audits three-dimensional face profiling borehole deviation quantification explosive velocity of detonation measurement high speed motion picture and digital video cameras specialized motion analysis software near and far field vibration and pressure recording image analysis fragmentation quantification excavator productivity analysis crushing, milling and grinding analysis Once the performance of the explosives and blast has been quantified, the appropriate steps can be taken to improve blast performance. This approach allows significant design refinements to be implemented in a relatively short period of time