A Consideration of RDX/Wax Mixtures as a Substitute for Tetryl in Boosters

Abstract

This memorandum describes the results of experiments which were conducted to determine the feasibility of replacing Tetryl as a booster material with an RDX/Wax mixture. On the basis of the experiments performed thus far this substitution appears to be not only feasible but desirable.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 15, 1949
Accession Number
AD0896243

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  • L. C. Smith
  • S. R. Walton

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  • Naval Ordnance Laboratory

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