Detonation Propagation Tests on Aqueous Slurries of RDX, HMX, M-1 and Nitrocellulose.

Abstract

The objective of this program was to investigate the detonation propagation characteristics of aqueous slurries of RDX, HMX, M-1 and two types of nitrocellulose in 2 inch, schedule 40, stainless steel pipes of various lengths. Two operational modes were studied; the dynamic or pumping mode and, the static, or settled slurry mode. The dynamic condition was simulated by adding an inert gelling agent to a homogeneous, aqueous, explosive slurry. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA040221

Entities

People

  • Darl Westover
  • George Petino Jr.
  • Robert Scola

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Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Contract Administration
  • Contracts
  • Engineering
  • Explosives
  • Materials
  • Moisture Content
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Pipes
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Propellants
  • Reaction Time
  • Stainless Steel
  • Test Methods
  • United States
  • Wood Pulp

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  • Environmental Engineering.
  • Materials Science (Mechanical Engineering).
  • Rocket Propulsion.