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  1. Aug 23, 2021, 11:27 AM #1
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    Explosive spherical tank forming - GIF

    Explosive spherical tank forming.




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    Never seen anything like that before.

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    Now that's a 'very sever way' to test out if the welds are any good, eh. :-)
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    Wow! Must be quite risky but quick. Hydraulic forming should achieve the same with less danger.



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