Some Sensitivity and Performance Characteristics of the Explosives H-6 and Tritonal
Abstract
The purpose of this investigation was to determine the relative energies of H-6 and Tritonal as measured by the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory (LLL) Cylinder Test, a test which measures relative metal accelerating ability. The two explosives were also submitted to routine tests to determine thermal and handling characteristics. Both explosives were accepted for machining and general handling. One-and two-inch-diameter cylinders were fired. Although a definite diameter effect was noted with H-6, no such effect was apparent with tritonal. This report discusses the apparent discrepancy and includes recommendations for further testing. Tritonal and H-6 proved to be less energetic than Composition B, with H-6 more enegetic than TNT and Tritonal less energetic than TNT.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADB013563
Entities
People
- G. T. West
- J. A. Crutchmer
- R. J. Slape