THE CONTRIBUTION OF AFTERBURNING TO THE AIRBLAST FROM ALUMINIZED EXPLOSIVES
Abstract
Experiments were performed to evaluate the afterburning effect for aluminized chemical explosives. The results show that two afterburning processes can occur: the post-detonation reaction of aluminum with the detonation products, and the reaction of the explosion products with air. The slightly oxygen-deficient explosive (TNETB) showed little air-afterburning; as aluminum was added to it, air-afterburning became more pronounced. The moderately oxygen-deficient explosive (RDX-wax) exhibited extensive air- afterburning which decreased as aluminum was added.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 22, 1967
- Accession Number
- AD0383196
Entities
People
- C. C. Matle
- E. M. Fisher
- T. O. Anderson
Organizations
- Naval Ordnance Laboratory