Electrochemical Demilitarization Of Energetics
Abstract
The key objective of this project was to demonstrate electrochemical treatment of several representative explosive and propellant compounds at the bench-scale. Specific attention was given to determining the overall rates of treatment, delineating the major transformation products of the process, performing carbon and nitrogen mass balances, and assessing the ability lo effectively treat slurried and solid phase explosives and propellants. The technical approach included screening level testing to select the appropriate electrode / electrolyte combination and operational parameters to effectively destroy the target energetic materials (e.g., RDX from Composition B and nitrocellulose). This was be followed by larger bench-scale testing over a longer duration to evaluate treatment effectiveness, generate reaction rates, and determine any electrode fouling or failure possibilities. The proposed technology potential offers DoD a means to address demilitarization waste streams in a manner that does not require the use of dangerous reactive chemicals or environmentally unfriendly processes.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2018
- Accession Number
- AD1073452
Entities
People
- Mark E. Fuller