PHOSPHORUS FILLINGS FOR MUNITIONS
Abstract
In experiments on modification of the physical properties of the P fillings, a procedure was developed for conversion of white P to red P in the munition itself. The resultant massive red P filling is very stable ballistically, but it ignites and burns somewhat less rapidly than is desirable. Most of the work done concerned mixtures of granulated white P and fluid binders which set to solid masses at room temperature. Attempts to prepare suitable binders from laboratory reagents were unsuccessful, but several commercial products appeared to be satisfactory. A method of producing white P granules of suitable particle size was developed in the course of the work. The experimental fillings were charged into M15 grenades for preliminary tests. The performance of the fillings was evaluated in firing tests under simulated service conditions. A thermal stability test was developed and used to measure the effect of storage at high temperatures on the ballistic stability of the fillings.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 31, 1948
- Accession Number
- AD0264079
Entities
People
- F. A. Lenfesty
- G. W. Richardson
- J. C. Brosheer
- P. L. Imes
Organizations
- Tennessee Valley Authority