Showing papers on "Friction sensitivity published in 1984"
01 May 1984
TL;DR: An improved explosive TNT based composition consisting of TNT, HDX, RDX, aluminum and a small amount of an elastomeric linear polymer having polar groups dissolved or dispersed throughout, said composition having improved properties as discussed by the authors.
Abstract: : The present invention relates to an improved explosive TNT based composition consisting of TNT, HDX, RDX, aluminum and a small amount of an elastomeric linear polymer having polar groups dissolved or dispersed throughout, said composition having improved properties. Such improved properties include: reduced cracking and exudation, improved friction sensitivity, sympathetic detonation and enhanced cook-off hazard properties.
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01 Feb 1984
TL;DR: In this paper, a 31-year old lot of Composition B was used to evaluate the effect on aging on the properties of the explosive, including impact sensitivity, friction sensitivity, electrostatic sensitivity, explosion temperature, differential thermal analysis, thermogravimetric analysis and autoignition temperature.
Abstract: : Selected safety and characterization tests were conducted on Composition B from a 31 year old lot in order to evaluate the effect on aging on the properties of the explosive. The results of the tests are compared to those for Composition B from recent lots. The tests included impact sensitivity, friction sensitivity, electrostatic sensitivity, explosion temperature, differential thermal analysis, thermogravimetric analysis, autoignition temperature, large scale gap test, growth characteristics, and detonation velocity. The data showed that no significant changes have occurred to the explosive since it was manufactured in 1952. The only change noted was that the aged Composition B exhibited a slightly greater irreversible volume change than the Composition B from a recently manufactured lot.
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