Compatibility of Explosives with Polymers
Abstract
The report is a compilation of data published between 1950 and 1957 on the compatibility of polymeric materials with explosives and propellants. Its contents are arranged to facilitate the addition of new material based on the chemical composition and structure of the polymers, and also to make easier the comparison of the polymers in terms of their behavior in contact with particular explosives and propellants. The goal of this work is to provide an authoritative and up-to-date handbook which will be useful in selecting polymeric materials for applications involving prolonged contact with explosives and propellants. A section is included for each of the following classes of polymers: acrylates, cellulosics, epoxies, ethylenes and fluorocarbons, furanes, polyamides (nylons), phenolics, polyesters, silicones, styrene polymers and copolymers, synthetic rubbers and rubber derivatives, vinyl polymers and copolymers, and miscellaneous resins. Each section contains a brief description and evaluation. For propellants and explosives, results of vacuum-stability tests and 100C heat tests are given. The effects of contact on the polymers are reported chiefly in terms of the results of physical and mechanical properties tests.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1959
- Accession Number
- AD0714634
Entities
People
- Marjorie C. St. Cyr
Organizations
- Picatinny Arsenal