Surface Chemistry and Combustion Behavior of Hypergolic Solid Fuels
Abstract
The objective of this proposal is to develop a fundamental understanding of the controlling mechanisms of heterogeneous reactions of gaseous/liquid oxidizer and solid fuel combinations. The objective will be accomplished through the study of fuel/oxidizer combustion in opposed burners and tube combustors as well as the development of several novel experimental techniques. Such techniques involve the combination of UV, IR and visible spectrometry and include such techniques as the embedding of phosphor particles in the fuel which will be laser irradiated for temperature measurements use line ratios. Gas phase dynamics of OH, CN, and NO species using Planar Laser Induced Florescent (PLIF) measurements will also be used to study the reactions. Additionally, new amine boranes will be synthesized and studied for their potential use in hybrid rocket fuels.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jan 12, 2017
- Source ID
- W911NF1510201
Entities
People
- Steven F Son
Organizations
- Army Contracting Command
- United States Army
- University of Virginia