The Properties of Condensed Explosives for Electromagnetic Energy Coupling,
Abstract
The principal objective of this work is to intensify and tailor the detonation wave output of condensed high explosives (HE's) through the use of electromagnetic energy coupling (EMEC) or augmentation. This results in the enhancement of the explosive's energy release properties. The reasons for studying EMEC phenomena in a detonating explosive are to improve the safety, performance and understanding of explosives. The technique would allow the use of low performance, yet safe explosives, in high performance applications. From the beginning of 1985, the research has been divided into two parallel efforts. These are research into the fundamental physics of EMEC phenomena and applicationsof the physics to obtain measurable enhancements. Within the basic research program, the electrical properties of HE's are being studied. The spacial and temporal distributions of conductivity are being determined experimentally and compared with theoretical predictions. These, in turn, will be used to examine models of chemical reaction pathways within the detonation zone.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA177885
Entities
People
- Douglas G. Tasker
Organizations
- Naval Ordnance Laboratory