Experimental Investigation of the Interaction of Electrothermal Plasmas with Solid Propellants
Abstract
The primary focus of the proposed work is a detailed experimental study of the plasma and its interaction with representative solid propellants. The objective of the work is to develop an extensive experimental database of species concentrations both during the plasma-propellant interaction and immediately thereafter. Such a data base is vital to develop a correct thermochemical model of mechanisms that lead to rapid, repeatable ignition and which permit temperature compensation of the gun charge. This knowledge is essential if the Army is to field plasma initiators.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 19, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADP012130
Entities
People
- Noel T. Clemens
- Philip L. Varghese
Organizations
- University of Texas at Austin