SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND EXPLOSIVE CHARACTERIZATION OF NOVEL PROPELLANTS
Abstract
The general subject of development and evaluation of explosive experimental materials is discussed with emphasis on scale-up from bench synthesis to pilot-plant development. Topics include the criteria for selection of materials to scale up, the degree of remote operations required at various stages of development, the interpretation of sensitivity test data and handling experience, and the design of processes and handling procedures to minimize hazardous situations. The sensitivity testing program as it has been applied to the entire pilot-plant process for the manufacture of RH-SE-103A is presented, and data are given for 17 NF and 8 reference materials. A compendium of recent sensitivity data for novel and reference materials is presented in the appendices.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1967
- Accession Number
- AD0383849
Entities
People
- John W. Parrott
- Thomas H. Pratt