High Energy Materials: Propellants, Explosives and Pyrotechnics

Preface
SALIENT FEATURES OF EXPLOSIVES
Introduction
Definition
Classification
Fundamental Features
Additional Requirements for Military Explosives
Applications of Explosives
STATUS OF EXPLOSIVES
Historical Aspects
Status of Current and Future Explosives
Future Scope for Research
PROCESSING AND ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES FOR EXPLOSIVES
Processing Techniques for Explosives
Formulation Fundamentals
Assessment of Explosives
PROPELLANTS
Classification of Propellants
Liquid Propellants
Solid Propellants
Hybrid Propellants
Thixotropic Propellants
Performance of Propellants
Formulation of Gun Propellants
Ingredients of Gun Propellants
Ingredients of Solid Rocket Propellants
Inhibition of Rocket Propoellants
Insulation of Rocket Motors
PYROTECHNICS
Introduction
General Features of Pyrotechnics
Ingredients of Pyrotechnic Formulations
Important Characteristics of Ingredients for Pyrotechnic Formulations
Types of Pyrotechnic Formulations
Performance Assessment of Pyrotechnic Formulations
Life of Ammunition with Pyrotechnic Devices
Nanomaterials: Various Aspects and Use in HEM Formulations
Recent and Future Trends in Pyrotechnics
EXPLOSIVE AND CHEMICAL SAFETY
Safety
Explosive Safety
Fire Safety
Safety Aspects for Transportation of Explosives and Ammunition
Safety Aspects for Storage of Explosives and Ammunition
Safety Aspects for Handling of Explosives and Ammunition
Static Electricity Hazards
Extremely Insensitive Detonating Substances and Ammunition
Hazard and Risk Analysis
Chemical Safety
Prevention and Elimination of Explosions, Accidents and Fires