Energetic Materials Based on 5,5′‐Diamino‐4,4′‐dinitramino‐3,3′‐bi‐1,2,4‐triazole

Abstract

A simple and straightforward synthesis of 5,5′‐diamino‐4,4′‐dinitramino‐3,3′‐bi‐1,2,4‐triazole by the selective nitration of 4,4′,5,5′‐tetraamino‐3,3′‐bi‐1,2,4‐triazole is presented. The interaction of the amino and nitramino groups improves the energetic properties of this functionalized bitriazole. For a deeper investigation of these properties, various nitrogen‐rich derivatives were synthesized. The new compounds were investigated and characterized by spectroscopy (1H and 13C NMR, IR, Raman), elemental analysis, mass spectrometry, differential thermal analysis (DTA), X‐ray analysis, and impact and friction sensitivities (IS, FS). X‐ray analyses were performed and deliver insight into structural characteristics with which the stability of the compounds can be explained. The standard enthalpies of formation were calculated for all compounds at the CBS‐4M level of theory, revealing highly positive heats of formation. The energetic performance of the new molecules was predicted with the EXPLO5 V6.02 computer. A small‐scale shock reactivity test (SSRT) and a toxicity test gave a first impression of the performance and toxicity of selective compounds.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
Aug 13, 2015
Source ID
10.1002/asia.201500701

Entities

People

  • Jörg Stierstorfer
  • Marcel Leroux
  • Philipp C. Schmid
  • Thomas M. Klapötke

Organizations

  • Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
  • Office of Naval Research
  • United States Army Research Laboratory
  • Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry

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Fields of Study

  • Chemistry

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  • Organic Chemistry
  • Theoretical Analysis.